California healthcare union struggle continues, SEIU accused of using anti-union tactics
Jun 25, 2009
The battle appears to be raging on over representation of California’s healthcare workers. Recent reports indicate that as part of its strategy to win, the Service Employees International Union may...
House committees release healthcare reform plan outline
Jun 22, 2009
Chairmen of three House committees Friday released a draft outline of healthcare reform legislation as Democrats push to pass a bill by August.
Republicans hammer away at HELP plan, introduce reform measure
Jun 18, 2009
Republicans have offered their own version of healthcare reform as they continue to criticize legislation from the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee (HELP).
Some believe Kennedy’s absence from Washington may affect outcome of healthcare reform
Jun 11, 2009
While Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA) is considered the architect of the Affordable Health Choices Act bill, he was not on Capitol Hill when the pivotal bill was introduced Tuesday. Some wonder if his notable...
Daschle still playing part in healthcare reform effort
May 22, 2009
Although he failed in his bid to become secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Tom Daschle is by no measure out of the game. The former Senate Majority Leader is still taking an active...
Pelosi: House to craft healthcare reform bill by July
May 14, 2009
The House of Representatives will have a healthcare reform bill to vote on by the end of July, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said Wednesday. She made the announcement alongside President Barack Obama...
Political leaders offer various healthcare reform solutions
May 05, 2009
Over the weekend, five of the nation’s leading voices on healthcare reform submitted essays to politico.com expressing their own opinions on the ongoing debate. And while their individual ideas may...
Sebelius named HHS secretary, faces swine flu challenge
Apr 29, 2009
The Senate late Tuesday confirmed Kathleen Sebelius as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The approval comes as the country grapples with a growing swine flu threat.
Senate Finance Committee approves Sebelius for top spot at HHS
Apr 22, 2009
By a 15-8 vote Tuesday, the Senate Finance Committee confirmed the nomination of Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius (D) for the role of secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The full...
Long-term care reform hearing focuses on dual eligibles, home-based services
Mar 05, 2009
Public and private sector officials convened Wednesday to discuss the important role long-term care reform could play in a grander, overall healthcare reform scheme.