@GovInslee signed 5068 into law today! The bill extends Medicaid coverage to birthing parents for one year after giving birth. Thank you to the bill sponsor, @SenEmilyRandall, and all of the legislators and advocates for their hard work on this lifesaving bill! https://t.co/IjQmNnqgq6
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We are proud to have supported the Postpartum Medicaid Expansion Bill. With the passage of SB 5068, Washington takes steps to address birth equity, and curb high infant and maternal mortality rates in all communities. https://t.co/2HRCqiKc5A
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