One of the Academy's long-standing advocacy priorities is ensuring children have access to high-quality, age-appropriate, affordable health insurance. This includes working with Congress, the Administration, state policymakers and within the judicial system to protect and strengthen Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and the Affordable Care Act.
Protecting Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program
As Congress negotiates the federal budget, the Academy is urging lawmakers to reject funding cuts to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and to keep these vital programs strong for the children and families who rely on them.
Our Advocacy Priorities
Children have unique health care needs. Health insurance coverage must be designed with their needs in mind, setting them up for success and lifelong health.
In addition, AAP continues to support efforts to reach and enroll eligible children in health insurance coverage and ensure that parents have health insurance, so they can keep themselves and their families healthy.
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Last Updated
09/01/2023
Source
American Academy of Pediatrics