Setting the Tone for Health Care Cuts: Governor Martz and Montana’s Public Health Care Redesign

In July 2003, Montana Governor Judy Martz appointed the state’s Public Health Care Advisory Council, kicking off a health care redesign process that could affect the health and well-being of all Montanans. The advisory council is working with the Montana Department of Health and Human Services on recommendations to the 2005 Legislature regarding Medicaid, theContinue reading “Setting the Tone for Health Care Cuts: Governor Martz and Montana’s Public Health Care Redesign”

Confronting Barriers: Stories of Oregon Food Stamp Applicants

Many Oregon residents have lost access to public programs because of recent deep budget cuts, including major cuts to public health care programs. The Food Stamp Program is increasingly important as many Oregon families face difficult times and increased medical costs. In this report, several food stamp applicants describe their experiences and the barriers theyContinue reading “Confronting Barriers: Stories of Oregon Food Stamp Applicants”