Health Task Force

Please join EBLC’s Health Task Force for a discussion on Proposition 44, a statewide ballot measure that would establish new spending requirements for nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). FQHCs are community health centers that provide primary and preventive care to medically underserved communities, including many low-income and uninsured Californians. Prop 44 would require these clinics to spend at least 90% of their annual revenue on qualifying program services, potentially limiting the resources available for other operational needs.

EBLC is opposing Prop 44 out of concern that this requirement could limit investment in the infrastructure necessary for clinics to provide reliable care, including workforce, facilities, technology, training, administrative capacity, and financial reserves. At a time when providers are already facing significant financial pressures, EBLC is concerned that additional constraints could make it more difficult for community health centers to maintain and expand access to care.

We will be joined by representatives from the Alameda Health Consortium to walk us through Prop 44 and explain their concerns about the potential impacts on community health centers and the patients they serve. Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about this critical policy decision with significant implications for East Bay healthcare access.

OUR SPEAKER

The Alameda Health Consortium is a regional association of Federally Qualified Health Centers working to expand access to high-quality health care for medically underserved communities in the East Bay. Their 8 member health centers operate more than 135 locations, collectively serving more than 290,000 patients across the region. In addition to supporting collaboration among its member health centers, the Alameda Health Consortium advocates on health policy and works with policymakers to strengthen the region’s health care safety net.

MEETING AGENDA

2:00 PM — Welcome and Introductions, Rebecca Rozen
2:02 PM — Chair Update, Rebecca Rozen
2:06 PM — Policy Director Update, Meg Stern
2:15 PM — Prop 44 Presentation and Q&A, Alameda Health Consortium
2:55 PM — Member Updates, All
3:00 PM — Adjourn, Rebecca Rozen

The East Bay Leadership Council is an employer-led membership organization on a mission to improve the economy and quality of life in the East Bay through policy advocacy. Thank you for contributing to our work through your involvement in EBLC’s Health Task Force.