Topic: Children's Health Insurance Program

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Rick Perry's HPV vaccine problem

Rick Perry is in a political bind over ordering girls to receive injections to protect against a sexually transmitted disease. The controversy is of special interest to tea party and social conservatives.
Health insurers owe Fla. $3 million

Health insurers that overstated how much money they spent on patients owe the state millions. Florida relies on private health insurers for some state-run programs.
Government shutdown 101: What does it mean for Medicaid?

Officials are generally expecting Medicaid's core functions to continue unimpeded, as long as any government shutdown is fairly short.
Health care reform bill 101: What does it mean for kids and families?

It will affect families differently, depending on their incomes, home states, and job situations. In general, the health care reform bill expands coverage for kids, adolescents, and young adults.
With Medicare vote, G.O.P. splitting from Bush

Despite the president's opposition, the bill passed with vetoproof majorities.
With Medicare vote, G.O.P. splitting from Bush

Despite the president's opposition, the bill passed with vetoproof majorities.
Farm bill highlights rich-poor debate

Congress and Bush have routinely clashed over salary caps for federal aid programs.
Farm bill highlights rich-poor debate

Congress and Bush have routinely clashed over salary caps for federal aid programs.
On Capitol Hill, a focus on the middle class

Democrats tackle issues from college tuition to healthcare.
From mistakes, Clinton has learned, adjusted

She stresses her experience, especially as first lady, as her chief qualification to be president. Her career includes both accomplishments and missteps.
Economic woes hit state budgets

Soaring inflation and shrinking tax revenues will make it tougher for at least 25 states to fund public services.