healthcare

Medford, Ore.– Now that one election is over, it’s time to start thinking about the next. Another special election will be held on Jan. 23. That one will only focus on one issue- a medical tax charged to clinics and hospitals. The …

Medford, Ore. — Senator Ron Wyden spent all day Monday in Southern Oregon, meeting with residents, students, and local leaders to discuss a number of topics. The Senator covered everything from healthcare to fire season. In the morning, he started his rounds …

Washington, D.C. – In response to what he calls a “destructive” health care bill, Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley filed over 100 amendments to the Senate’s health care debate. According to the Democrat senator’s office, the amendments will force “Republicans to reckon with …

Washington, D.C. (CNN) – Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Thursday announced what officials call the largest health care fraud enforcement action in Justice Department history. Sessions says upwards of 400 people nationwide stand charged in health care fraud schemes resulting in $1.3 …

Salem, Ore. – Oregon lawmakers are moving forward with legislation to extend Medicaid to children brought into the country illegally. Senate Bill 558 would permit all eligible children residing in Oregon to enroll in Oregon’s Medicaid program, regardless of citizenship status. Current …

Salem, Ore. – A bill that includes provisions requiring all insurance companies operating in Oregon to cover abortions at no cost to the patient has passed the Oregon House. According to an OPB report, the Reproductive Health Equity Act also requires insurers …

Washington, D.C. (CNN) – The Republican healthcare bill was built behind closed doors, but now it’s out in plain sight. At least five GOP Senators say they won’t vote for it in its current form, but are open to negotiating. Sen. Ted …

Washington, D.C. (CNN) – Democratic Senator Ron Wyden said Tuesday that he, and other Democrats, are ready to take collaborative action on health care–if Republicans are ready. “If the republicans will set aside this partisan, gun at your head kind of approach, …

Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives narrowly passed a Republican plan to replace the former President Obama’s signature healthcare legislation Thursday. The GOP plan to replace Obamacare passed 217 to 213, just one vote over the required 216. Ahead of the …

Medford, Ore. — Local business leaders are eyeing Salem wondering how state politics will impact them. They met today to discuss ways in which they can keep the Rogue Valley growing. Business leaders from across Oregon met this morning to discuss strategies …