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HB 2531 Advances Through Washington Legislature, Aiming to Update Medicaid Reimbursement for Ambulance Services

HB 2531, sponsored by Rep. David Stuebe, continues progressing through the Washington Legislature, aiming to update Medicaid reimbursement methods for emergency ambulance services. The bill has cleared the Appropriations Committee but has not yet reached a full House vote.

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Feb 13, 2026

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Trump‑Era Labor Rule Could Roll Back Protections for Home Care Workers

In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Department of Labor under the Trump administration has proposed rescinding the 2013 rule...

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Feb 6, 2026

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