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States Moving Forward - 2007-2008

In 2007 and early 2008 states made strides in their efforts to expand and improve health coverage for children. The Center for Children and Families’ review of state efforts during that time period found that:

• In 2008, 19 states implemented changes authorized in 2007 and/or adopted new measures to expand and simplify their Medicaid and SCHIP programs.
  
  
• 10 states enacted new legislation or took administrative action to improve children’s coverage in 2008.
  
  
• 15 states implemented legislation to improve coverage that was authorized in 2007.
  

The review also found, however, that states are beginning to feel the pressure of the weakening economy and growing fiscal constraints. In 2008, three states made significant budget cuts or program changes affecting child and family coverage, and reports show that more states are facing, or expected to face, budget deficits—which could lead to further coverage restrictions.

View a chart of all states or click on a dark blue state to view what states are moving forward. For more details on states that have made changes that negatively impact child and family coverage, click on an orange state.

Download States Moving Forward: Children's Health Coverage in 2007-08 (PDF)

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