October 23, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement welcoming the reintroduction of the Covering Our Freely Associated States Allies Act (COFA Act). Continue reading
Statements and Releases
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AAPCHO’s press releases and statements are listed below in chronological order.
View archived press releases here.
October 23, 2019
October 15, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement welcoming the reintroduction of the Health Equity and Access Under the Law (HEAL) for Immigrant Women and Families Act. Continue reading
October 11, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement applauding the United States District Court’s decision to block the Department of Homeland Security from implementing its Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds final rule. Continue reading
September 17, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement applauding the introduction of the Protect American Values Act. Continue reading
August 12, 2019
AAPCHO with the undersigned organizations continue to stand united in opposition to the final rule. The health center model and mission is to ensure access to affordable health care so that all individuals can contribute to their communities and reach their full potential. The final Public Charge rule is in direct contrast to this mission of America’s health centers. Continue reading
August 12, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s regulation expanding the definition of public charge. Continue reading
June 27, 2019
AAPCHO today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to reject the Trump administration’s arguments to add the citizenship question on the upcoming 2020 Census. Continue reading
May 24, 2019
AAPCHO today released the following statement, denouncing the Trump administration’s proposed changes to the Health Care Rights Law or Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act. Continue reading
May 16, 2019
AAPCHO today released the following statement, commending the House vote to pass the Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987). Continue reading
April 30, 2019
AAPCHO today welcomed the introduction of a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate to designate April 30 as National Adult Hepatitis B Vaccination Awareness Day… [which] aims to highlight the need to significantly increase adult hepatitis B testing and vaccination for all people at risk, including Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Continue reading
March 12, 2019
AAPCHO today applauded the introduction of the Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6). The legislation creates a pathway to citizenship for more than two million Dreamers and Temporary Protected Status and Deferred Enforced Departure recipients, including hundreds of thousands of Asian Americans. Continue reading
December 15, 2018
Following the U.S. District Court judge’s decision in Texas v. U.S. declaring the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional, Jeffrey Caballero, executive director of AAPCHO released the following statement denouncing the ruling Continue reading
November 28, 2018
AAPCHO today applauded Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) for introducing the Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2018 Continue reading
October 10, 2018
AAPCHO with the undersigned organizations express our concern and united opposition to the proposed rule. As representatives of America’s health centers and the 28 million patients they serve, we work together to ensure access to quality and affordable health care for all in need, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. The health center model and mission is to ensure access to affordable health care so that all individuals can contribute to their communities and reach their full potential. As currently drafted, this proposed rule is in direct contrast to this mission. Continue reading
September 24, 2018
AAPCHO opposes the Trump administration proposed regulation to expand the definition of “public charge.” Continue reading
September 18, 2018
AAPCHO today released the following statement, commending the Senate’s passage of sweeping legislation to combat the national opioid epidemic. Continue reading
June 29, 2018
AAPCHO issued the following statement directly after meeting with Trump administration officials today, along with other community health center leaders, to denounce the negative health and financial consequences of a draft proposal that would deny U.S. residency (green cards) to lawfully-present immigrants if they or their family members use Medicaid, health insurance subsidies, and other health and food programs. The proposed regulation would pose significant economic impact, and force families to choose between health care and keeping their families together. Continue reading
February 12, 2018
APIAHF and AAPCHO oppose a proposed regulation that would deny permanent resident status (“green cards”) or entry into the United States to immigrants who use a wide range of needed government services… Continue reading
February 9, 2018
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to the bipartisan budget agreement passed by Congress that extends federal funding for community health centers for two years… Continue reading
January 22, 2018
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to Congress passing a short-term spending bill to end the federal government shutdown. Continue reading
December 5, 2017
AAPCHO released the following statement ahead of the December 8 deadline for Congress to pass a spending bill and avoid government shutdown—urging members of Congress to take immediate steps to reinstate funding for community health centers and the Children’s Health Insurance Program, and to pass legislation to protect “Dreamers” by the end of the year. Continue reading
November 15, 2017
AAPCHO joins Asian American and Pacific Islander community health providers and other immigrant advocates to rally in support of a “clean” DREAM Act Continue reading
November 6, 2017
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to the recent House vote to extend funding for community health centers and the Children’s Health Insurance Program. Continue reading
October 13, 2017
AAPCHO issued the following statement against President Trump’s executive order to allow health plans with fewer benefits and weaker consumer protections to be exempt from Affordable Care Act requirements, and decision to end critical cost-sharing reduction payments to health insurers that help low-income Americans afford care. Continue reading
October 9, 2017
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to President Trump’s announcement of immigration priorities: Continue reading
September 27, 2017
Following the decision to not vote on the Graham-Cassidy legislation in the U.S. Senate, AAPCHO released the following statement Continue reading
September 25, 2017
September 5, 2017
AAPCHO today released the following statement in response to President Trump’s announcement to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program condemning the decision Continue reading
July 28, 2017
AAPCHO today released the following statement in response to the Senate vote to defeat repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Continue reading
July 26, 2017
In response to the Senate vote on the motion to proceed to debate health care repeal legislation, AAPCHO urges Congress to reject Medicaid cuts that would impede access to care for millions of people. Continue reading
June 22, 2017
AAPCHO today released the following statement in response to the Senate health care repeal bill. Proposed cuts to Medicaid and the health care system, as a whole would severely impact millions of AA&NHPIs and other vulnerable communities served at health centers Continue reading
March 9, 2017
AAPCHO today released the following statement, in response to the proposed bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act released in the House on Monday—urging Congress to consider the safety net impact of the legislation. Continue reading
February 23, 2017
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to the increase of anti-immigrant sentiment and actions across the country in recent weeks Continue reading
January 18, 2017
AAPCHO today released the following statement calling on Congress to oppose repealing the Affordable Care Act without simultaneously replacing it. Continue reading
November 10, 2016
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to election results Continue reading
October 3, 2016
Hep B United, a national coalition co-chaired by the Hepatitis B Foundation and AAPCHO, applauds the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ final decision to cover screening for hepatitis B infection at no cost to individuals entitled to benefits under Medicare Part A or enrolled in Medicare Part B. Continue reading
June 23, 2016
AAPCHO expressed great disappointment with the Supreme Court’s split decision on United States v. Texas today, which prevents the implementation of President Obama’s executive actions to expand the DACA and establish the DAPA programs. The initiatives would have benefited over four million people, including nearly half a million Asian Americans. Continue reading
June 22, 2016
A recent article from Asian Health Services, a member health center of the AAPCHO, shows that an increasing number of Asian American children are at risk for sexual exploitation and trafficking. Continue reading
May 19, 2016
AAPCHO in partnership with its member community health centers, launched the My Health, My Vote multilingual voter registration campaign today. Continue reading
May 17, 2016
AAPCHO, today released the following statement commending the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services final regulation implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act. Continue reading
May 13, 2016
Action for Health Justice (AHJ) applauds the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services final regulation implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in health care by certain covered entities. Continue reading
April 18, 2016
AAPCHO joined immigrant families and their supporters, including elected officials and legal experts, at a rally for immigrant rights on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court today. The Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments in United States v. Texas, a case that will determine the expansion of DACA and the establishment of DAPA programs. The new and expanded programs could benefit five million undocumented immigrants, including nearly half a million Asian Americans. Continue reading
January 21, 2016
During this AAPI Affordable Care Act Week of Action, Action for Health Justice is pleased to spread the word about health coverage options available through the Affordable Care Act and resources to help with enrollment efforts. Continue reading
December 17, 2015
AAPCHO released the following statement in response to the increase of anti-Muslim sentiment and violence across the country in recent weeks Continue reading
December 2, 2015
A physician from Asian Health Services, a member health center of AAPCHO, provided testimony in a congressional hearing on identifying and rescuing human trafficking victims. One-third of trafficked persons in the country are Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, comprising the largest group of people trafficked into the United States. The testimony presented highlights how health centers are essential in identifying and providing care for these and other populations at risk of being trafficked. Continue reading
November 16, 2015
Patients served at health centers have better access to services and improved health outcomes, a report released by AAPCHO found, despite experiencing social barriers and more complex health needs. Continue reading
November 10, 2015
After submitting comments on the Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities proposed rule implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, Action for Health Justice released the following statements in support of the rule’s provisions addressing discrimination based on national origin, including English proficiency. Continue reading
November 9, 2015
AAPCHO, today submitted comments on the Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities proposed rule published by the Department of Health and Human Services. Continue reading
October 30, 2015
Action for Health Justice (AHJ), a national coalition of more than 70 health groups including community-based organizations and health centers, is working to provide one-on-one assistance to those who need help navigating the enrollment process or require assistance in Asian and Pacific Islander languages in 22 states. Continue reading
June 25, 2015
Message from Jeffrey B. Caballero, executive director of AAPCHO, sent to AAPCHO’s 35 member health organizations: “Dear AAPCHO Members, Today, the Supreme Court issued a historic ruling in the King v. Burwell case… AAPCHO applauds this decision and strongly supports the core premise: that federal subsidies and tax credits offered under the ACA be preserved…” Continue reading
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