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June 10, 2020 | Freddy Mejia

If Not Now, When? Lawmakers Have Options to Advance Equitable Health Policies

The COVID-19 pandemic has put into sharp focus long-standing inequities in health care, paid leave, and economic opportunity in Virginia.
May 21, 2020 | The Commonwealth Institute

Tara Gibson, David Broder and Michael Cassidy column: COVID-19 sheds new light on paid family leave

appeared in Richmond Times-Dispatch Since long before the current public health crisis began, families...
May 20, 2020 | The Commonwealth Institute

TCI Applauds Gov. Northam’s Vetoes on Association Health Plan, Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement Legislation

Action protects access to affordable and comprehensive health coverage for RICHMOND, VA – Gov. Northam’s vetoes on HB...
May 15, 2020 | Levi Goren

Policy Choices Can Help Out-of-Work Families During This Recession and Set Virginia on a Better Course

As Virginia policymakers consider how to respond to high levels of job losses and rebuild the...
April 23, 2020 | The Commonwealth Institute

The COVID-19 Divide: Virus Sheds Light on Inequity

As we navigate the public health crisis, every policy and funding decision made should move Virginia closer to becoming a...
April 22, 2020 | Kathy Mendes

Profile of Essential Workers in Virginia During COVID-19: Women, People of Color, and Immigrants Are Important Contributors In Front-line Virginia Industries

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that front-line, essential workers are vital for the functioning and well-being of our communities. The...
April 8, 2020 | Freddy Mejia

Virginia Has a Role In Securing Resources For Immigrants Left Behind By Federal Packages

The current crisis has highlighted a long-standing fact: Our health and well-being is highly intertwined with that of our...
March 31, 2020 | Freddy Mejia

Expanding Association Health Plans A Mistake For Virginia, Would Undermine Progress

Affordable, comprehensive health care is critical for the health and well-being of our communities. Yet the Affordable Care Act (ACA)...
March 25, 2020 | Kathy Mendes

Resources for Virginia Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Steps have been taken on the state and federal level in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to halt the spread...
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