Biden administration proposes rule change that would make OTC contraceptives free
On Monday, the Biden administration issued a proposal for a rule change that will give women access to free over-the-counter contraceptives. “We believe that women…
Treasury says nearly 50 million people have enrolled in Affordable Care Act since 2014
1 of 3 | The Treasury Department on Tuesday said that 49.4 million unique individuals have enrolled in healthcare under the Affordable Care Act, commonly…
Tim Walz accepts Democratic vice presidential nomination with football ‘pep talk’
1 of 20 | Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accepts the Democratic vice presidential nomination during the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at…
With Walz beside her, Harris says strengthened middle class to be ‘defining goal’
1 of 6 | Democratic Party presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz address their first campaign rally as…
Seven GOP-led states sue to block Biden’s new anti-discrimination healthcare rule
L.A. Pride parade participants walk along Hollywood Boulevard on Sunday, June 11. On Wednesday, a seven GOP-led state coalition sued to block a new rule…
Biden administration expands Affordable Care Act to DACA recipients
The Biden administration Friday said a new final rule effective Nov. 1 will allow DACA migrants known as "dreamers" to get Affordable Care Act healthcare…
Biden touts new rule to crack down on 'junk' health insurance
The Biden administration announced on Thursday a new rule to crack down on so-called "junk" health insurance where companies provide inexpensive healthcare coverage from plans…
Biden, Harris promote pro-choice efforts on anniversary of Roe vs. Wade
1 of 6 | President Joe Biden speaks before a meeting with his Task Force on Reproductive Healthcare Access to mark the 51st anniversary of…
Hiltzik: Republicans hate Obamacare because they hate healthcare
Here’s a pair of handy rules of thumb to know we’re heading into a major election cycle: (1) Republican candidates start talking about the need…
ACA open enrollment for 2024 begins today
The 2024 Affordable Care Act health insurance open enrollment period kicked off Wednesday, allowing those without private insurance to renew, change, cancel or update state…
President Joe Biden announces new crackdown on surprise medical bills, junk fees
1/3 Speaking in the East Room of the White House on Friday, President Joe Biden announced a series of new executive actions that seek to…
Joe Biden signs executive order boosting access to birth control
President Joe Biden's executive order was seen as an attempt to require insurers to cover additional birth control products amid a broader push by the…
New domestic policy adviser first Asian-American to lead White House council
President Joe Biden on Friday said Neera Tanden will succeed Susan Rice as his domestic policy adviser. Tanden has served three presidents and is currently…
Biden administration to appeal Texas ruling striking down ACA mandate
President Joe Biden's administration will appeal a Texas federal judge's ruling that struck down a mandate requiring health insurance plans to cover preventative care. Photo…
President Joe Biden vows to protect government healthcare programs in Virginia speech
1/4 President Joe Biden's visit to Virginia Tuesday comes as U.S. lawmakers are debating the federal budget to avoid a potential default on the national…
Biden to travel to key 2024 states after State of the Union
1/3 President Joe Biden speaks with the media in Washington upon his return to the White House from Camp David on Monday. The president will…
Proposed rule would expand birth control access under Affordable Care Act
1/3 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services proposed a new rule Monday that would reinforce access to birth control coverage under the Affordable…