2008 Summary and Outlook for 2009
November 2008
After a historic election, what does the future hold for local public health? Learn how you can be involved in educating policymakers about the importance of public health and community-based prevention.
Mental Health Parity Legislation Passed
October 2008
In a victory for mental health and public health advocates, Congress passed the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. NACCHO also submitted comments opposing the Bush Administration's proposed Provider Conscience regulations.
Public Health Surveillance Legislation Introduced
September 2008
NACCHO has joined other public health partners to advocate for public health surveillance legislation. A resolution on public health prevention gained support in advance of next year's expected debate on health reform.
Public Health Victory!
Tobacco Bill Passes the House of Representatives
August 2008
The Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (HR 1108) passed by the House; Senate staff prepare for health reform. More »
FY2009 Funding Stalled
July 2008
Partisan wrangling halted progress on appropriations for FY2009. Tobacco bill poised to move forward. More »
NACCHO Members Testify on Housing Crisis, Health Reform
June 2008
NACCHO Metro Forum Chair Anthony Iton testified before the House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing on health reform and Matthew Stefanak, NACCHO Environmental Health Essential Services Committee Chair, testified before the House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity about the health impacts of blighted, condemned housing units. More »
Farm Bill Passed by Congress; FY2009 Funding Update
May 2008
The Farm Bill has finally passed with several improvements in the area of nutrition. Congress turns its attention to FY2009 appropriations. More »
Update on Medicaid, Tobacco Control, Public Health Workforce, Vaccines for Children
April 2008
Congress has taken steps to forestall Medicaid cuts, regulate tobacco, improve access to vaccination and enhance the public health workforce More »
NACCHO Leaders Take Local Public Health Message to Capitol Hill
March 2008
Advocacy with Members of Congress; NACCHO releases policy statement on health system reform. More »
President's Budget for FY 2009; NACCHO Opposes Medicaid Cuts
February 2008
Administration releases proposed budget for FY 2009 More »
Recap of Final FY 2008 Funding Bill
January 2008
Update on final bill passed to provide funding for public health programs in FY 2008. More »
