ABC For Health: To Unveil Universal Health Care Plan

Interview on radio or TV:
Bobby Peterson
608 / 261-6939, ext. 201
Cell 608 444-7197
Annie Trimberger
Ext. 203

The Pathway Plan will cover all Wisconsinites while ensuring strong consumer protections

WHAT: ABC for Health will be holding a press conference to announce the unveiling of a universal health care plan for Wisconsin, called The Pathway Plan. The Pathway Plan will extend BadgerCare coverage, and include a buy-in component for individuals, small business and other employers. In response to the needs of consumers, The Pathway Plan will create The Office of Health Care Advocacy and Outreach to include a comprehensive advocacy piece featuring health benefits counselors, health care navigators, and independent outreach and enrollment brokers.

WHERE: Wisconsin Capitol Building, Senate Parlor, Second Floor South

WHEN: Wednesday, August 23rd at 11:30 a.m.

WHO: ABC for Health is a Wisconsin-based, nonprofit, public interest law firm dedicated to linking children and families, particularly those with special health care needs, to health care benefits and services. ABC for Health’s mission is to provide information, advocacy tools, legal services and expert support needed to obtain, maintain, and finance health care coverage and services.

NOTE: Copies of the report and an executive summary of the plan can be obtained by calling or emailing Annie Trimberger, 608-261-6939 ext 203, atrimberger@safetyweb.org.