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Texas Republicans and Democrats coalesce around proposals to expand paid parental leave

Posted on March 7, 2023 · A measure to establish paid parental leave for state employees is making its way through the Texas Legislature. It’s authored by a Republican and co-authored by several Democrats.

Research shows that after Hurricane Katrina, more than half of the local residents in New Orleans suffered from mental health issues, and about one-third experienced post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Mental health issues among Texas children exacerbated by pandemic

Posted on August 9, 2022 · Texas lags behind most other states in data points used to determine the overall health and well-being of children, according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

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After A Decade Of Refusing Medicaid Expansion, Texas Lawmakers Might Be Forced To Reconsider

Posted on January 4, 2021 · The state's health care coverage crisis has gone from bad to worse during the pandemic. Experts say Medicaid expansion remains the best way to address it.

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Texas

Texas Republicans and Democrats coalesce around proposals to expand paid parental leave

Health & Science

Mental health issues among Texas children exacerbated by pandemic

Texas

After A Decade Of Refusing Medicaid Expansion, Texas Lawmakers Might Be Forced To Reconsider

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