Earlier this session, the Senate passed two important bills that will increase access to affordable health care. The first proposal extends Medicaid eligibility for PostPartum mothers from 60 days to a full year after giving birth. The second insures insurance coverage for supplemental breast cancer screenings for women with heightened cancer risks. That's on top of the 7.8 billion increase for state budget provided our health care system, including support for hospitals, long term care and mental health facilities. (01:47–01:54)
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Asserts that insurance coverage for supplemental breast cancer screenings is ensured for high-risk women.
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