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Affordable Care Act turns 16, but Georgia still hasn't expanded Medicaid

March 31, 2026 02:10 PM EDT

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Georgia is one of only 10 states that has not fully expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, and those states' health care outcomes are poorer than the 40 others.

WEBTOON (WBTN) approves $250,350 annual housing allowance for relocating CEO

March 30, 2026 05:31 PM EDT

Stock Titan

WEBTOON Entertainment introduces a Housing Assistance Policy granting its CEO a $250,350 annual cash allowance, paid monthly, tied to relocation from Korea to the U.S. and contingent on active employment status.

PICCA to host free Fair Housing seminar

March 30, 2026 01:49 PM EDT

Circleville Herald.

CIRCLEVILLE — On Tuesday, March 31 at 1:00 p.m., a Fair Housing Representative will be present to provide information on Federal Fair Housing Laws, Ohio Landlord-Tenant Law, and to provide

Formerly Incarcerated Leaders Acquire and Repurpose Prison for New Reentry Model

March 30, 2026 09:50 AM EDT

The Providence Journal

A former prison becomes a national prototype for housing, workforce, and mental health—designed to be replicated across

Newsom issues 'final warning' to cities over housing law violations — only one is in the Bay Area

March 29, 2026 04:16 PM EDT

Santa Cruz Sentinel.

Amid a housing crisis, the governor is threatening legal action against cities without a plan for new residences.

SOUTHERN MN REPUBLICAN VOICES: Health care, American style

March 28, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Southern Minnesota News.

Access to health care and health insurance is an important value for Americans. In 1986, Congress passed the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, which requires every hospital that accepts

San Diego joins other counties across state to call for protection of Safety Net Programs

March 28, 2026 03:00 AM EDT

InterVarsity Press

SAN DIEGO — The County of San Diego is joining other counties to urge state leaders to protect safety net programs from federal cuts.

'Is the state going to sue us?' Valley communities react to Newsom's ire over their housing plans

March 27, 2026 06:31 PM EDT

Kern Valley Public Radio.

San Joaquin Valley cities and counties are scrambling to revise state-mandated housing plans after California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced earlier this week his plans to sue over a dozen Valley jurisdictions that are out of compliance with state housing law.

Justice for Women and Girls: An Assessment of the 70th UN Commission on the Status of Women | Council on Foreign Relations

March 27, 2026 04:55 PM EDT

the Council on Foreign Relations

The 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women approves steps to improve access to justice for women and girls despite U.S. opposition and amid funding cuts and a potential UN merger.

Medicaid Enrollment and Unwinding Tracker | KFF

March 27, 2026 04:30 PM EDT

the Kaiser Family Foundation

This tracker presents the most recent Medicaid data on renewals and disenrollments available for each state as well as monthly enrollment data during the unwinding period.

New Colorado Laws Make It Easier for Nonprofits to Build Housing

March 27, 2026 02:53 PM EDT

Governing.

Gov. Jared Polis praised the two bills as the state’s latest innovative efforts to wrench down the price of housing.

I'm a neuroscientist. Here's all you need to know about money to be truly happy | BBC Science Focus Magazine

March 27, 2026 11:58 AM EDT

Science Focus.

We all need enough funds to cover our basic needs, but beyond that the connection between wealth and wellness is less clear

15 California communities given "final warning" by Newsom over housing law violations

March 26, 2026 06:06 PM EDT

CBS News

More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.

County of San Diego Joins Other Counties Across State to Call for Protection of Safety Net Programs

March 26, 2026 12:37 PM EDT

San Diego County News Center.

The County of San Diego is joining other counties to urge state leaders to protect safety net programs from federal cuts.

Newsom issues final warning to 15 jurisdictions about state housing laws

March 26, 2026 12:18 PM EDT

The Press.

The state has issued a final warning to 15 cities and counties that remain non-compliant with state law that requires them to plan for housing needs for residents of all

House GOP plots to strip social safety net funds to pay for Trump's Iran war: report

March 26, 2026 10:11 AM EDT

Raw Story.

House Budget Chair Jodey Arrington (R-TX) is eyeing using funds from state and local social programs to pay for President Donald Trump's war in Iran.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently acknowledged that the Pentagon was developing a plan to ask Congress for an additional $200 billion, adding tha...

Mitchell Allen Kennedy: Overcoming Zoning and Regulatory Barriers for Housing Projects in 2026 - Haute Residence by Haute Living

March 26, 2026 07:03 AM EDT

Haute Residence

Mitchell Allen Kennedy examines zoning reform, regulatory barriers, and policy solutions shaping housing development in the U.S. in 2026.

AHF • Washington State Saves a Critical Health Care Safety Net

March 25, 2026 04:43 PM EDT

AIDS Healthcare Foundation

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world's largest HIV/AIDS healthcare organization, currently provides medical care and services to more than 1.75 million clients in 45 countries. With more than 7,000 employees worldwide, AHF now has treatment clinics and other operations in the US, Africa, Latin America/Caribbean, the Asia/Pacific Region, and Europe. To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth, and follow us on Twitter: @aidshealthcare and Instagram: @aidshealthcare.

Texas Gives $5 Million to Nine Medical Schools for Mental Health Care Access

March 25, 2026 01:00 PM EDT

Red River Radio

A lack of mental health care access affects an estimated 122 million Americans across parts of all 50 states. Significant cuts to Medicaid and ACA health plans are expected to increase that number in the coming years.

Trump's signature bill is making budget problems worse in red states

March 25, 2026 08:13 AM EDT

AlterNet.

When President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025, detractors — including liberal economists Paul Krugman and Robert Reich — argued that it would have a range of negative effects, from increasing the United States' federal deficit to defunding key safety-net ...

Four ways to stay insured after college graduation

March 24, 2026 09:41 PM EDT

Health Insurance Resource Center.

Here's a quick primer on the most logical and obvious coverage options that will help ensure recent college graduates can avoid a health insurance coverage gap.

'It has been a life saver': Department of War civilians in Japan discuss health care pilot program

March 23, 2026 04:06 AM EDT

dvidshub

Department of War civilian employees in Japan joined a virtual town hall event March10, 2026, hosted by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Health Affairs featuring a detailed presentation of the Pilot Health Insurance Enhancement with opportunities to share experiences.