Posts by Legal Council
SNAP Work Requirements for ABAWDs Temporarily Suspended During State of Emergency
Families First Coronavirus Response Act passed by the Congress temporarily suspends work requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) during state of emergency.
Read MoreIllinois Requests Further Federal Assistance in COVID-19 Pandemic
Illinois submitted a second emergency waiver request to increase coverage of services related to COVID-19. Here’s what’s included.
Read MoreHow to Get Temporary Medicaid Coverage
Legal Council breaks down how to get full temporary Medicaid coverage for Illinoisans waiting for a Medicaid determination.
Read MoreSenate Passes $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Package. But What Does it Do?
The U.S. Senate passed a $2.2 trillion stimulus package in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what it includes.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Updates: Expanded Funding for Illinois Medicaid
Congress passed legislation that increases Medicaid funding during the COVID-19 pandemic. But there’s a catch.
Read MoreIllinois Emergency Medicaid Waiver Approved, Improves Access to Care
Federal Government approves Illinois’ 1135 waiver, improving access to care and services during COVID pandemic.
Read MoreHow Illinois Can Flatten the COVID-19 Curve
Medicaid can provide life-saving relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. Legal Council explains how.
Read MoreCOVID-19: Fight for Health Justice Continues
Legal Council’s main office is closed, but our advocates are still hard at work on behalf of the health and well-being of Illinoisans.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Response Recommendations for Illinois Governor
Legal Council and Protect Our Care Illinois shares recommendations to protect the health and well-being of Illinoisans.
Read MoreCPS Reinstates Transportation Services for Young Children
Chicago children who are enrolled in Early Childhood Special Education are finally entitled to receive comprehensive transportation services.
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