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NAMI California Week in Review
Tuesday
California is one of the states that has expanded Medi-Cal managed care to include long-term services and supports (MLTSS) programs such as IHSS. Register for Friday, November 30, 11 am PST webinar.
Wednesday
To Sequester or Not To Sequester, What Are the Options? The Congressional Research Service has compiled a report on the various proposals that have been floated to avert sequestration, including those from the White House and Congress.
Thursday
Insure the Uninsured Project (ITUP's) 17th Annual Conference, "ACA: The Final Countdown," will take place Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the Sacramento Convention Center.
Friday
The Obama administration moved forward Tuesday to implement provisions in the health care law that would make it illegal for insurance companies to discriminate against people with pre-existing conditions. The provisions of the Affordable Care Act also would make it easier for consumers to compare health plans and employers to promote and encourage employee wellness. A recording of the press conference will be available for 30 days by calling 800-925-3941.
Saturday
Health Insurance Exchanges: For Other States, it's Decision Time. For California, it's nearing time to implement.
Monday
Workforce Education and Training (WET) Advisory Committee (WET Advisory Committee) will be meeting on Monday, December 3, 2012 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm. WET programs are funded by Proposition 63, the Mental Health Services Act. This meeting is open to the public and there will be an opportunity to provide public comment at the conclusion of the meeting. This link provides the street address, the webinar address, and the conference call number as well as the agenda.
Wait! Don't go into holiday mode yet. There will be more to tell you every day!
-- Bettie Reinhardt, MPH
Legislative and Public Policy Consultant
bettie.reinhardt@namicalifornia.org
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