Legislative and legal action surrounding the new health overhaul continue in Virginia and Missouri. Panelists also discuss the U.S. Senate vote on extra money for state Medicaid programs.
(Story) Aug 03, 2010
The measure would still provide $16.1 billion in phased-down Medicaid assistance for states, but has been adjusted to offset the bill's new estimated cost and to address concerns of key Republicans.
(Daily Report) Aug 03, 2010
After the Congressional Budget Office informed Senate Democrats that they were still short of the necessary offsets, Senate leaders Monday night opted to postpone a planned vote until Wednesday.
(Daily Report) Aug 03, 2010
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of Tuesday's opinions and editorials from across the country.
(Daily Report) Aug 03, 2010
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about a federal judge's ruling regarding the Virginia challenge to the health reform law and about the Senate's latest delay related to a state aid package that includes Medicaid assistance.
(Daily Report) Aug 03, 2010
Dems will need to secure the votes of their entire caucus including independents and at least one Republican to pass the procedural hurdle necessary to move the bill to the floor.
(Daily Report) Aug 02, 2010
Democrats need to secure the support of their entire caucus plus an independent vote and at least one Republican to clear the procedural hurdle that will allow this measure to reach the Senate floor.
(Daily Report) Aug 02, 2010
The implementation phase of the health overhaul law is placing significant pressure on states.
(Daily Report) Aug 02, 2010
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of Monday's opinions and editorials from accross the country.
(Daily Report) Aug 02, 2010
Various local groups are experimenting with alternatives to hospital treatment for Medicaid and uninsured patients.
(Daily Report) Aug 02, 2010