HARRISBURG, PA (February 3, 2026) – Today, the principal partners of Early Learning Pennsylvania (ELPA), a statewide coalition of advocates focused on supporting young Pennsylvanians from birth to age five, expressed appreciation for the Shapiro Administration’s 2026-27 state budget proposal and its continued focus on children and early education workforce investments, while also highlighting the […]
Number of uninsured children in Pennsylvania surges to highest number in a decade
More than 153,000 children in Pennsylvania are uninsured — the highest number in a decade — as rising costs, policy changes, and expiring federal supports make it harder for families to keep coverage. That’s about 5% of children in the commonwealth. “We’re moving into a time period where we’re just going to see the connection […]
Uninsured children in Pennsylvania reach decade high
More than 153,000 children in the state lacked health insurance in 2024, up from 147,000 in 2023, according to the State of Children’s Health Insurance, released Tuesday by the Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children. Advocates warn that the trend is only going to get worse. The 2024 increase reflected the bump in uninsured children as families […]
PA uninsured children hit 153,000 as federal funding cuts loom
A new report shows Pennsylvania is seeing its highest number of uninsured children in a decade. The report examines the state of children’s health insurance, and finds more than 153,000 kids are without coverage in Pennsylvania. The increase is troubling, as it comes at the same time major federal policy shifts threaten to further limit families’ access […]
Over 153K children in PA lack health insurance, highest number in 10 years: Report
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children released an annual report showing that more than 153,000 children in the Commonwealth lack health insurance, which is the highest number in 10 years. According to the report, nearly 47% of Pennsylvania children rely on Medicaid, CHIP or Pennie for health insurance; however, with rising premiums and costs, […]
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💉 This National Immunization Awareness Month, we're highlighting an important development for PA kids: Pennsylvania plans to retain its current childhood vaccine schedule despite recent federal changes.
Routine immunizations are an important part of preventive care and help
🛒 When food costs compete with rent, utilities, child care & other expenses, SNAP can help eligible PA families put food on the table.
For children, that support can mean more consistent access to nutritious meals.
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💙 When parents lose Medicaid coverage, children can be at greater risk of losing coverage too, even when they're still eligible.
As PPC's Becky Ludwick told @KateGiammarise of @905wesa, new Medicaid changes could create barriers for families and put children's coverage at risk.