CHIPRA 101: Overview of the CHIP Reauthorization Legislation


 

Publication Date: March 2009

Publisher: Families USA

Author(s): Jennifer Sullivan

Research Area: Health

Keywords: reauthorization; uninsured children; CHIP; CHIPRA

Type: Brief

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

This brief discusses the major provisions of the reauthorization, including those pertaining to new funding, changes in eligibility, getting more children enrolled, and improving children's health.