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  • The U.S. Government and Global Health

    Feature

    This Health Policy 101 chapter outlines the U.S. government's historical efforts in global health, which aim to improve health in low- and middle-income countries. While the U.S. has been engaged in international health activities for over a century and has historically been the largest funder and implementer of global health programs worldwide, it is currently undergoing a fundamental shift, with a significantly reduced footprint and role. Key issues addressed include the future direction of U.S. global health leadership, the ability of global health implementers and other donors to continue efforts, and the future role of multilateral institutions in global health.

  • Health Policy Issues in Women’s Health

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    This Health Policy 101 chapter explores how national and state policies shape coverage and access to care for women, with a focus on recent policy and legal developments that affect women's health. It takes a deeper dive into the policies that drive health coverage and costs, reproductive and maternal health access, mental health care, and intimate partner violence and how these policies shape the health of women who are at greater risk of being marginalized, discriminated against, or face health inequities.

  • UNFPA Funding and Kemp-Kasten: An Explainer

    Issue Brief

    This fact sheet provides an overview of the history of the Kemp-Kasten amendment, which states that no U.S. funds may be made available to “any organization or program which, as determined by the president of the United States, supports or participates in the management of a program of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization,” and examines its current application. Since enacted in 1985, Kemp-Kasten has often been used to withhold funding from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

  • The Outlook for PEPFAR in 2025 and Beyond

    Policy Watch

    PEPFAR, the U.S. global HIV/AIDS program, is - for the first time in its two-decade history - facing significant challenges that could impede its ability to fulfill its mission. This policy brief provides an overview of recent events and ongoing challenges facing the program.

  • KFF Health Tracking Poll: Views of the One Big Beautiful Bill

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    This poll finds two-thirds of the public view the "One Big Beautiful Bill" legislation unfavorably, and its favorability erodes further when people hear about its potential health impacts. As Congress debates changes to Medicaid and the ACA as part of the bill, each program's popularity is at a record high.

  • An Update on PEPFAR Reauthorization

    Policy Watch

    This Policy Watch provides an update on the status of PEPFAR reauthorization, which expired on March 25, 2025, allowing certain provisions to lapse.