Health care workforce

“Recruit and retain more doctors and nurses in Iowa, especially in rural areas, by boosting training programs and incentivizing health care providers to work in rural communities”

“Federal investment in home and community-based services (HCBS). Increase the federal Medicaid matching rate for home health and personal care services, incentivizing states to expand eligibility, reduce waiting lists, and improve caregiver wages — addressing both access and the workforce shortage that limits capacity.”

“Peggy supports solutions like payment and coverage parity so that your insurance company covers mental healthcare like they cover your trip to the doctor. She also supports expanding the mental healthcare workforce, improving access in settings like schools, so people get care when and where they need it.”

“I will support efforts to increase the number of primary care and behavioral health providers and strengthen the funding that keeps community care accessible.”

“I will fight for federal investments that strengthen: Community health centers Behavioral health providers Pharmacies in underserved neighborhoods The healthcare workforce that accepts Medicaid”

“We have a challenging time recruiting and retaining health care providers. Medicaid adequately funding that system and making sure it truly covers the cost of care would go a long way in making this a place where providers can come work, have a career”

“Invest in doctors, nurses, and rural care—Access doesn’t mean much if there’s no one nearby to see you, so we need to invest in the people and regions that need support and demand safe staffing across the board.”

“Christina’s plan would cap premiums and out-of-pocket costs, negotiate prices for more prescription drugs, strengthen and expand the ACA, Medicare and Medicaid, let public servants such as police officers buy into Medicare early, ban surprise medical bills, and invest in doctors, nurses and rural care.”

“With our current workforce shortage in the health care industry, we need to take an aggressive and creative approach to fill these gaps”

“In 2021, President Jackson focused his efforts on addressing long-term care workforce issues, property tax relief and the high cost of prescription medication.”

“Today, Maine Senate Democrats voted in favor of a historic investment in Maine businesses and working families who experienced profound hardship and extraordinary tragedy throughout this pandemic. It will lift up the farmers and fishermen who have suffered greatly after the demand for local foods disappeared overnight when restaurants had to close their dining rooms, while also boosting small businesses all across the state. It will help Maine seniors and individuals with disabilities afford to stay in their homes while supporting family caregivers and working to build a robust direct care workforce. And, it will make long-overdue investments in our career technical education and workforce training programs, while also working to close gaps in our health care workforce and system”

“Throughout his time in the Legislature, President Jackson has emerged as a health care champion, sponsoring measures to lower the cost of prescription drugs, make health care more affordable, improve the quality of health insurance plans, attract and retain qualified health care professionals to Maine, and more. In addition, President Jackson spearheaded legislation establishing the Office of Affordable Health Care and the Prescription Drug Affordability Board.”

“On Tuesday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, introduced legislation to address the growing shortage of health care professionals in Maine. LD 1797, “An Act to Expand Maine’s Health Care Workforce by Expanding Educational Opportunities and Providing Tax Credits,” was the subject of a public hearing before the Legislature’s Innovation, Development and Economic Advancement and Business Committee.”

“To ensure that Maine people can continue to get the care they deserve, we must take bold action to support health care workers already providing critical care and do more to attract and retain individuals to work in this field in Maine”

“Recruit and Retain more doctors and nurses to make up for Iowa’s lack of medical professionals, especially in rural areas.”

“I look forward to supporting legislation in Congress that prioritizes patients, supports healthcare workers, and makes healthcare more affordable and accessible in southern Minnesota.”

“Recognize EMS as an essential service and provide sustainable support for staffing, equipment, and operations, because rural communities cannot function without reliable emergency medical services”

“Increase incentives to recruit and retain healthcare workers in rural areas”

“Bring more doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals to underserved communities.”

“Recruit and retain more doctors and nurses in Iowa, especially in rural areas, by boosting training programs and incentivizing health care providers to work in rural communities”

“Invest in doctors, nurses, and rural care—Access doesn’t mean much if there’s no one nearby to see you, so we need to invest in the people and regions that need support and demand safe staffing across the board.”

“The Legislature’s Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee unanimously approved a bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to support rural hospitals by facilitating the hiring of emergency medical technicians on Tuesday.”

“The second law expands an existing tax credit program designed to bring more health care professionals into rural and medically underserved parts of the state, including Aroostook County.”

“The Maine Senate unanimously enacted legislation from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to support rural hospitals by facilitating the hiring of emergency technicians on Tuesday.”

“Recruit and Retain more doctors and nurses to make up for Iowa’s lack of medical professionals, especially in rural areas.”

“Expand the National Health Service Corp to incentivize more health care providers – especially providers working in primary care and mental health care – to serve in rural communities with provider shortages. Providers who join the National Health Service Corps receive medical school loan forgiveness for their service.”

“Ensure equal health care access for rural Virginians by expanding federal loan repayment for doctors and nurses who commit to serving at least five years in rural communities.”

“We’re building the largest healthcare education job hub in Northern California, focused on graduating the next generation of healthcare providers, lab technicians, and medical assistants. This hub will ensure a healthcare workforce is highly-trained, positively impacting one of the most rural regions of our state.”

“When it comes to developing the rural healthcare workforce, I've gone to the mat — securing funds for expanded nursing programs in rural communities and building new healthcare academies at local community colleges.”

“Chris fought to secure federal funding to expand Nashua Community College’s workforce development program and provide support for nursing students who commit to careers in rural and underserved communities.”

“Save rural hospitals: Prioritize recruiting and retaining rural health care workers, improve Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement rates to more swiftly deliver payments to hospitals, and make sure rural hospitals have the funding they need to continue to serve as vital employers and health care providers.”

“Recruit and retain more doctors and nurses in Iowa, especially in rural areas, by boosting training programs and incentivizing health care providers to work in rural communities”

“On Tuesday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, introduced legislation to address the growing shortage of health care professionals in Maine. LD 1797, “An Act to Expand Maine’s Health Care Workforce by Expanding Educational Opportunities and Providing Tax Credits,” was the subject of a public hearing before the Legislature’s Innovation, Development and Economic Advancement and Business Committee.”

“We’re building the largest healthcare education job hub in Northern California, focused on graduating the next generation of healthcare providers, lab technicians, and medical assistants. This hub will ensure a healthcare workforce is highly-trained, positively impacting one of the most rural regions of our state.”

“When it comes to developing the rural healthcare workforce, I've gone to the mat — securing funds for expanded nursing programs in rural communities and building new healthcare academies at local community colleges.”

“In Congress, JoAnna will fight to protect healthcare for people with pre-existing conditions, expand the number of prescription drug prices Medicare can negotiate, and invest in training more doctors and nurses.”

“Chris fought to secure federal funding to expand Nashua Community College’s workforce development program and provide support for nursing students who commit to careers in rural and underserved communities.”

“Combatted the health care worker shortage by offering tuition and fee exemptions for emergency medical students.”

“Invest in doctors, nurses, and rural care—Access doesn’t mean much if there’s no one nearby to see you, so we need to invest in the people and regions that need support and demand safe staffing across the board.”

“Health care workers are on the front lines for patients every day, and they deserve safe staffing, fair wages, and a real voice in the workplace.”

“SB 1442 (2018): Prohibits pharmacies from requiring pharmacists to work alone during public hours; a qualified employee must always be available to assist.”

“Federal investment in home and community-based services (HCBS). Increase the federal Medicaid matching rate for home health and personal care services, incentivizing states to expand eligibility, reduce waiting lists, and improve caregiver wages — addressing both access and the workforce shortage that limits capacity.”

“Cuidado justo para nuestros adultos mayores Después de toda una vida de trabajo y contribución, nuestros adultos mayores merecen envejecer con dignidad, seguridad y cuidado. Lucharé por proteger y expandir los beneficios de Medicare y el Seguro Social. Presionaré para invertir en cuidado domiciliario y comunitario para que los adultos mayores puedan envejecer en su hogar con dignidad y aseguraré que los trabajadores de cuidado de adultos mayores reciban salarios dignos.”

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“Health care workers are on the front lines for patients every day, and they deserve safe staffing, fair wages, and a real voice in the workplace.”

“Health care workers are on the front lines for patients every day, and they deserve safe staffing, fair wages, and a real voice in the workplace.”

“I’m honored to have NUHW’s support, and in Congress I will fight to expand access to affordable care, protect collective bargaining rights, strengthen mental health care, and make sure patients and caregivers come before corporate profits.”

“Reduce administrative burdens and streamline cross-state licensing to make it easier for healthcare professionals to move, work, and serve where they’re needed most.”