In a monumental move to address maternal health disparities, Utah legislators approved an extension of postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to a full year. This crucial legislation, passed during the 2023 state legislative session and was signed into law by Governor Spencer Cox, aiming to provide comprehensive care for new mothers during a high-risk…Read More…

“Sine Die” meaning: without future date being designated, without fixing a day for future action or meeting. Sine Die is the last day of session and is important because the House and Senate have one last chance to get legislation passed or it will die.  Cardiac Emergency Response Plans (CERPs) What it is: HB 874…Read More…

The 18-week Alaska legislative session has reached the halfway point in Juneau.Our American Heart Association priority legislation continues to gain momentum.   The first hearing for the CPR in Schools bill was received positively and garnered a lot of external support. AHA was able to provide key witness testimony in addition to our partners at…Read More…

In March, both the House and Senate wrapped up their final committee hearings. Any bills that have not been discussed in a committee at this point in the legislative session are effectively considered dead. Now, the focus shifts to voting on bills. Once approved, these bills will be sent to the Governor’s office for either…Read More…

Things are starting to heat up in California as bills begin to be scheduled for hearings. Within the first couple weeks in April, our sponsored bills will be deliberated in their respective policy committees. Our work on the state budget also continues. With the threat to decrease funding for School Meals for All as well…Read More…

We are thrilled that Governor DeSantis approved House Bill 865 on Friday, March 22 to enhance the safety of young athletes across the state. Beginning July 1, 2024, athletic coaches in public schools will receive ongoing CPR and AED training. Cardiac arrest can strike anytime, anywhere. Immediate CPR plus the use of an AED can…Read More…

We’re in week three of Louisiana’s 2024 Regular Legislative Session. We are asking lawmakers to build a Nation of Lifesavers by increasing the number of people ready to perform CPR in an emergency through the following policy efforts.Read More…

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s crucial to shine a light on the intersection of women’s achievements and the ongoing battle against heart disease, the leading cause of death for women worldwide. This month, we honor the trailblazers who have paved the way in heart health and underscore the importance of continuing their legacy…Read More…

March 7thmarked the end of legislative session and this year we saw some amazing investments to help build a healthier Washington. $45 million for school meals Unfortunately, healthy school meals for all failed to pass this legislative session. However, last year’s bill has been successful in expanding participation among elementary school students, and required additional…Read More…