by familyvoices | Nov 17, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
On Monday, November 15, President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. So where, you ask, do things stand with the Build Back Better reconciliation bill? Word on the street is that the House plans to vote on Build Back Better this week. The...
by familyvoices | Nov 10, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
Much negotiation continues on the details of the reconciliation bill. Last week saw several things being added to or taken away from the framework. Paid Medical leave is back in! Although it is only for 4 weeks total (initial proposal was 12 weeks), it is back in...
by familyvoices | Nov 3, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
We have a framework! Last week the White House released the Build Back Better framework for reconciliation. Notably, the framework includes an invitation to share how the Build Back Better plan will affect CYSHCN and families. Take a look at it, and scroll to the...
by familyvoices | Oct 27, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
Finish Line? Congress has not yet crossed a finish line with reconciliation and infrastructure, but it appears that there may be agreement in sight. Although not set in stone, there appear to be some clear indications about some proposals that will not be in this...
by familyvoices | Oct 21, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
Deadlines loom, negotiations continue. October 31st is the self-imposed deadline for the infrastructure and reconciliation bills. President Biden is very involved in discussions amongst Democrats in Washington this week as they try to work toward agreement. The...
by familyvoices | Oct 13, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
What to say about Washington? CYSHCN related policies, resources, webinars and more! Read the full issue here