Legal Council Blog
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Health Justice in a Crisis: Ted and SSDI
Ted spent almost a year trying to get Social Security Disability benefits. When finally he was approved, COVID-19 stopped the world.
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New Medicaid Guidelines: Self-Report Your Income, Residency, and More
Illinoisans who are unable to upload documents proving their income or other factors can now self-attest on their Medicaid applications.
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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.
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Illinois 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.
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How to Get Temporary Medicaid Coverage
Legal Council breaks down how to get full temporary Medicaid coverage for Illinoisans waiting for a Medicaid determination.
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Senate 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.
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COVID-19 Updates: Expanded Funding for Illinois Medicaid
Congress passed legislation that increases Medicaid funding during the COVID-19 pandemic. But there’s a catch.
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Illinois Emergency Medicaid Waiver Approved, Improves Access to Care
Federal Government approves Illinois’ 1135 waiver, improving access to care and services during COVID pandemic.
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How Illinois Can Flatten the COVID-19 Curve
Medicaid can provide life-saving relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. Legal Council explains how.
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