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California Health Benefits Review Program
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Research organization based out of the University of California that provides independent, neutral, evidence-based analyses of the proposed legislation related to health benefits.
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California's health care spending targets are set to be a big topic in 2026. If you're not up to date, CHBRP has new publications to explain everything!

One-pager: https://loom.ly/28V4ekU
Short overview: https://loom.ly/rqkcx20

#HealthPolicy #HealthCareSpending #SpendingTargets #OHCA #CALeg
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December 12, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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No need to get FOMO, we have a recording and slides available on our website!

https://loom.ly/jaMQFP8

#HealthPolicy #CALeg #FedLeg #HealthInsurance #2026
The left side of the photo is a darker shade of blue-grey that says thank you with a heart emoji. It thanks attendees of the CHBRP webinar on a 2026 preview of health care in California. If folks missed it, more details are on the website. The right side of the photo is a picture of a black 2026 planner and pen on a wooden table.
December 11, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Reminder to come join us for a preview of 2026 in California health policy tomorrow! We'd love to have you. Register here: https://loom.ly/QTMWUL4

#HealthPolicy #CHBRP #CALeg #HealthInsurance #2026
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December 9, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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ICYMI: California has some updates when it comes to vaccine recommendations and guidelines. Check out the top takeaways in our new Nuts and Bolts (fact sheet)! https://loom.ly/Lo44a-s
#HealthPolicy #Vaccines #Immunization #CALeg #TrailerBill
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December 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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2026 is right around the corner, and with it comes a lot of changes to health policy in California. Need a preview of what's on tap? Join us next week for a webinar to prepare for the new year!

Register here: https://loom.ly/QTMWUL4

#HealthPolicy #CHBRP #CALeg #HealthInsurance #2026
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December 1, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Thank you for celebrating the fall holidays with us! 🍂 Your support truly means everything to CHBRP. We are grateful for all you do to help us create a positive impact. Wishing everyone a season full of warmth and gratitude! ❤️

#FallHolidays #Thankful #CHBRP
November 27, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Take this post as a sign to do something kind for yourself. The holiday season can be a stressful time! And if you're feeling policy wonky, make sure to check out our new infographic on mental health parity laws. 😎🤓 https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk

#HealthPolicy #MentalHealth #MentalHealthParity #CALeg
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November 25, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Flashback to last Friday at our retreat at Aggie Square with our Medical Effectiveness and Public Health teams! Thanks for the engaging discussion, innovative ideas, and laughs! Looking forward to 2026 peak season!

#TeamWork #CHBRP #PublicHealth #PublicPolicy #MedicalEffectiveness
November 21, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Thinking about legislation for 2026? Is your boss interested in AI? Healthcare? Both? If so, check out CHBRP's latest policy snapshot on the most recent legislation on AI and healthcare.
https://loom.ly/RCtfZGk
#HealthCare #AI #HealthPolicy #PolicySnapshot #CALeg
A collage of photos related to AI and healthcare announcing that CHBRP has a new publication available on AI and healthcare in California.
November 20, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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New Nuts and Bolts from CHBRP detailing Medi-Cal Program Updates: 2025-26 State Budget Influences. Check out the crucial changes that could impact your healthcare! 💼📈
https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk
#MediCal #HealthcareUpdates #BudgetImpact
A pink background announces a new nuts and bolts with the image of a gold coin falling into a pink piggy bank. The new nuts and bolts is about Medi-CAl program changes due to the 2025-26 state budget impacts.
November 12, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Livening up this Monday with evidence of our meetings last week with stakeholders in Sacramento. Please reach out if you'd like to chat health policy! Note: no policy discussions were interfered with in the creation of these photos.
#WorkBesties #CALeg #HealthPolicy #HealthInsurance #Sacramento
November 10, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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🚨 Critical Medi-Cal Update 🚨
Changes are coming to Medi-Cal starting January 1, 2026. Stay informed! Links to info referenced here: https://loom.ly/ryI5ggc

#MediCal #Healthcare #Immigration #UIS

A background with blue gradient announces information on Medi-Cal expansion freeze. States that starting 1/1/2026, new applicants to Medi-Cal with unsatisfactory immigration status and who are not pregnant or postpartum will only be eligible for restricted scope Medi-Cal A table comparing full scope and restricted scope Medi-Cal A list of information from the Department of Health Care Services on unsatisfactory immigration status and Medi-Cal eligibility.
November 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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CHBRP has unveiled a new Nuts and Bolts infographic about California's proposed 2027 essential health benefits benchmark plan! 🌟
Discover how this plan could affect you. 🏥🔧
https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk
#HealthBenefits #California #EHB #Infographic
An dark yellow background with a graphic of the golden gate bridge announces a new nuts and bolts by CHBRP on the California proposed 2027 essential health benefits benchmark plan.
November 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Part 2 of the previous post! Do you research and enroll asap!

#HealthInsurance #OpenEnrollment
November 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Reminder: open Enrollment is here! Ensure you have the health, vision, and dental coverage you need for 2026. Swipe for quick facts on key deadlines and options for obtaining insurance outside this period.
#OpenEnrollment #HealthInsurance #EnrollmentSeason
November 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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We’re getting into the spirit of things! 😉 Legislation may be complicated, but you don't need to worry because CHBRP has it under wraps! Wishing you a wonderfully eerie and Happy Halloween! 🕸️

#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #CHBRP
October 31, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Before the excitement and chaos of Halloween comes, take a moment to treat yourself and relax! While you're at it, check out what we've been doing at CHBRP the past few months. 😎
https://loom.ly/WtLDHE0
#LightReading #FallVibes #Autumn #Newsletter
October 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Join CHBRP staff at UC Davis' Science for Health Policy Summit to discover how science influences health policy! Hear insights from researchers and notable figures like former US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra. Don't miss out!
Register here: https://loom.ly/WGUs8wc #HealthPolicy #Science #UCdavis
October 27, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Expecting a baby or recently gave birth? Learn more about your options for best support for you and your child!

Source:
Healthcare.gov - Health coverage if you're pregnant, plan to get pregnant, or recently gave birth
Coveredca.com - Medi-Cal for Pregnancy

#gavebirth #medical #expectingababy
October 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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While you're waiting for your favorite team's next game in the World Cup qualifiers, check out the final outcomes of all the bills CHBRP analyzed in 2025. See the full details on our website!

https://loom.ly/fmjYNmM

#CALeg #CHBRP #HealthPolicy #Final
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October 14, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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In recognition of #WorldMentalHealthDay2025, CHBRP published a new explainer on California's mental health parity laws. Now, let's take a moment to unwind and imagine being at this beach.
https://loom.ly/_KiSWMY
#MentalHealthAtWork #MentalHealthMatters
October 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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CHBRP reconnected with members of its Cost Team last week to strategize about 2026 and more. We were so excited about it that we forgot to take pics! 🤦‍♀️ Big thanks to all who joined and to our fantastic hosts at UCLA Center for Health Policy Research!
#CHBRP #worktravel #teamwork #strategies
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October 7, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Great win for evidence-based policymaking in California with the signing of #SB439!

Huge thanks to Sen. Weber Pierson, Asm. Mia Bonta, Sen. Caroline Menjivar, and everyone who utilizes our work. Special shoutout to the UC SGR team—this achievement was a team effort!

#CALeg #HealthPolicy #CHBRP
A cartoon version of a hand stamping a document with CHBRP's logo with "approved." Colorful doodles fill the right side of the graph. A thank you to Senator Weber Pierson with a statement that SB 439, CHBRP's reauthorization has been signed.
October 4, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Mark your calendar! Renewal season is almost here, starting October 15. Current Covered California enrollees, we’re here to help you review your choices and find the coverage that best fits your needs.

#HealthInsurance #ComparePlans #HealthCoverage #CoveredCA
October 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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#s 4 and 5!
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September 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM