Meaningful Use March Madness: Keep Up the Pace
by Erin Mackay | Mar 22, 2013 | Digital Health
Welcome to Meaningful Use March Madness, a series of blog posts refuting frequently-heard arguments about the criteria proposed for the Electronic Health Record “Meaningful Use” Incentive Program.
If Budgets Reflect Priorities…
by Debra L. Ness | Mar 19, 2013 | ACA
If our budgets reflect our priorities, what does Paul Ryan’s budget say about our country, how much we value women and our compassion for the most vulnerable among us? Nothing good, I am afraid.
Paid Sick Days Bill Passes in Portland!
by National Partnership Staff | Mar 13, 2013 | Paid Sick Days
Just moments ago, the Portland City Council voted unanimously to approve an ordinance that will let tens of thousands of workers in Portland earn the paid sick days they need.
Meaningful Use March Madness
by Erin Mackay | Mar 11, 2013 | Digital Health
Welcome to Meaningful Use March Madness, a month of weekly blog posts refuting frequently-heard arguments about the criteria proposed for the Electronic Health Record “Meaningful Use” Incentive Program. Stay tuned all month!
Medication Abortion Restrictions Hurt My Patients
by Dr. Colleen McNicholas, DO, MSCI | Mar 8, 2013 | Reproductive Rights
As a practicing physician in St. Louis, Missouri, I provide comprehensive reproductive care to my patients.
Back to the Office at Yahoo
by National Partnership Staff | Feb 26, 2013 | Other
National Partnership President Debra Ness talks to the New York Times about Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer’s decision to end the company’s work-from-home policy.
Progress in Washington, Vermont and Philadelphia!
by National Partnership Staff | Feb 19, 2013 | Paid Sick Days
Earlier this month, lawmakers in Washington state held a hearing to consider proposed paid sick days and family and medical leave insurance bills.
What a Celebration! The FMLA at 20
by National Partnership Staff | Feb 19, 2013 | Family Medical Leave Act
This month, the National Partnership, along with other advocates, workers and lawmakers, celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – the first and only national law to help workers balance the demands of job and family.
Know Your Rights: The Family and Medical Leave Act
by Debra L. Ness | Feb 12, 2013 | Paid Leave
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – the nation’s first and only federal law that helps women and men meet their responsibilities at home and on the job.
20 Years Ago Today, America Became a More Family Friendly Nation — And We Must Do It Again
by Debra L. Ness | Feb 5, 2013 | Paid Leave
Today, we mark a historic and celebratory moment in our nation’s history.
The Family and Medical Leave Act Turns 20!
by Debra L. Ness | Feb 4, 2013 | Paid Leave
Tuesday, February 5, marks exactly 20 years since the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was signed into law.
More 2013 Paid Sick Days Campaigns Kick Off!
by National Partnership Staff | Feb 1, 2013 | Paid Sick Days
On opposite sides of the country, coalitions of workers, businesses and activists kicked off paid sick days campaigns this week.

