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There's never been a better time for a Millionaires Tax!

February 4, 2026
This week, a meaningful opportunity for Washington State to fix its inequitable tax code and stabilize our state’s overall health was introduced in the legislature. This Millionaires Tax (HB 2725/SB 6346) will be a major structural shift in the direction of fairness and tax justice. It asks millionaires to pay a little more while we bolster sufficient funding for essential programs and become less reliant on regressive taxes like the sales and property tax.
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Tell the Senate: It’s up to you! Extend the expiring ACA tax credits
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Write a letter to the editor: Tell your U.S. Senators to extend the expiring ACA tax credits!

December 18, 2025
At last! For months, we have been demanding that Congress take action to protect our health care—but Republican leaders and President Trump have refused to take the health care crisis they’ve created seriously. But thankfully, at the last minute, four House Republicans joined Democrats to force a...
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Quick signature: Tell Congress to stop rising health care costs!

September 17, 2025
“We went from a family of three to four, double income to single. We have a plan through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that only costs us $168 per month and it's a godsend compared to the $1000+ we were paying. Everyone should have affordable health insurance!” - K, Colorado Mom Quick signature:...
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Quick signature: Vaccines save lies. Fire RFK Jr.!
Health Care Politics & Policy

Tell Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "You're fired!"

September 10, 2025
“I’m horrified and perplexed by the many ways Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has broken with evidence-based scientific practices, putting families’ health at risk. I know all too well these policies can have life-or-death consequences.” - Jean, Maryland Mom Quick...
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Tell Congress: Put families first!

July 17, 2025
On Saturday, July 26th, families in every corner of the country will come together in peaceful marches, rallies, gatherings, and actions to say: Our families come first, and we will continue to come together, and rise for each other. Save the date so you can join us on July 26th in this mass...
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Another Special Session; Floridians still robbing Peter to pay Paul

May 13, 2026
As lawmakers return to Tallahassee again for yet another Special Session to finalize Florida’s state budget, many Floridians are asking a very simple question; how many more sessions do we need before the people actually struggling to survive are centered in the conversation? The regular 60-day...
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WE WON! Big news for Florida families (and a quick favor)

May 12, 2026
I have some incredible news to share: We did it! We stopped the vaccine roll back! Thanks to the tireless advocacy of parents, families, and health advocates across the state, the dangerous proposals to roll back childhood vaccine requirements in Florida have been stopped. People like YOU are part...
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Tell Congress to Protect Reproductive Freedom — Stop Criminalizing Pregnancy Outcomes

May 5, 2026
Across the country, the government is increasingly interfering in the most private medical decisions of pregnant women — from court-ordered surgeries to criminal prosecutions for pregnancy outcomes. We must demand federal protections to ensure every person has the right to manage their own health care without the threat of incarceration or judicial overrule.
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MomsRising Champions Black Maternal Health Week at the NC State Capitol

May 4, 2026
On April 15, 2026, MomsRising National Director Tina Sherman joined Gov. Josh Stein , legislative champion Sen. Natalie Murdock, Sen. Minority Leader Sydney Batch, the NC Legislative Black Caucus , perinatal providers, and maternal health advocates, to recognize Black Maternal Health Week . The mission is clear: end the preventable crisis claiming the lives of Black mothers.
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Tell Congress to Protect Medicaid — Stop Rural Hospital Closures

April 27, 2026
Massive cuts to Medicaid are pushing rural hospitals and maternity wards to the brink of collapse, threatening the health and economic stability of families across the country. We must urge Congress to restore vital funding and ensure that life-saving care remains accessible in every community.
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