Tag Archives: ObamaCare
Affordable Care Act Provision Clears General Assembly
Illinois is on the way to implementing a major component of the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare.” Up to 500-thousand additional uninsured Illinois residents would get coverage through Medicaid, the government insurance program for the poor. Illinois will … Continue reading
Before Lame Ducks Fly Away: Veto Session Preview
Illinois lawmakers began November with an election that solidified Democratic majorities. They’ll finish the month back at the Capitol. Although it’s technically a veto session, look for more to pop up as well.
WUIS Health Desk: Quinn Pressured To Create Health Insurance Marketplace
Illinois legislators have sidestepped a political minefield this spring. As Barack Obama’s home state, there had been a push to implement a key component of the president’s signature health care plan. Instead, General Assembly leaders collectively decided to shelve their … Continue reading
Illinois Suspends Insurance Exchange Setup
Even though Democrats control government in President Obama’s home state, Illinois legislators are suspending their work to implement a key part of Obama’s signature health care law. Illinois is holding back on creating a so-called “health exchange.” Amanda Vinicky explains. … Continue reading
WUIS Health Desk: Illinois and the Politics of ‘ObamaCare’
As the country waits for the U.S. Supreme Court to decide the fate of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, President Obama’s home state has been working to implement it. But some legislators want to hold off — they … Continue reading
