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- Governor Kemp’s Plan for Better Health Coverage in Georgia
Georgia leaders are stepping up efforts to provide healthcare for low-income families.
Governor Brian Kemp, alongside top state officials, unveiled a new eligibility expansion for the Georgia Pathways to Coverage program today. The initiative aims to bring Medicaid coverage to more parents and guardians with young children.
💡 What’s Happening: The new plan targets families earning at or below the federal poverty level. It extends Medicaid to parents of kids aged six and under, a move that supports working families who lack health insurance.
🗣️ The Quote: “With today’s announcement we are not only keeping families healthy together during a critical time of development, but also making an important investment in our state’s future,” Kemp said.
🎯 Why It Matters: Georgia Pathways has already helped more than 8,000 residents since launching in 2023. Today’s expansion builds on that momentum, promising healthier outcomes for mothers and fathers.
📈 What’s Next: The state also announced nearly $3 million to expand home health services in 25 counties and over $700,000 for better care at perinatal centers. This investment could further reduce Georgia’s maternal mortality rate, a critical issue in the state.
👥 Remember the Golden Rule: If you know a family who might qualify for the expanded coverage, reach out and share this news. Encouraging someone to apply could give their family the support they need. You can also connect with local health organizations to volunteer or donate to programs that support parents and children in your community.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
