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Published: December 2, 2021
Nearly 80 million Americans—including 38 million children and 1 in 10 education support professionals—receive health care coverage through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Both Medicaid and CHIP are administered by the states, according to federal requirements, and are funded jointly by the federal government and the states. Covered children miss fewer school days, are more likely to attend college, and earn more as adults.
Find out more about Medicaid/CHIP health care coverage in your school district, congressional district, or state.
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HR 1557 Stop Sexual Harassment in K-12 Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on February 25, 2025
This bill would create clear standards, guidelines, and the appropriate funding to combat sexual harassment, assault, and sex-based discrimination occurring in K-12 schools to keep students safe.
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HR 1002 Caring for All Families Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on February 5, 2025
This bill would expand the types of family relationships that one can take time off to care for to recognize the lived reality of today’s families.
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HR 1035 Job Protection Act www.congress.gov
Introduced on February 5, 2025
This bill would expand the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to include all workers who have been at their employer for more than 90 days, regardless of employer size or hours worked.
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