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What about the debt ceiling and reconciliation bills—and how does this standoff affect HIV policy and Americans in need?

AIDS United’s Jesse Milan Jr. spoke with 16 senators about HIV lessons that apply to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what he told them.

These two Biden picks will help lead the nation’s health efforts amid COVID-19 and HIV. Will the Senate confirm them?

Rachel Levine, MD, currently leads Pennsylvania’s health department and its response to COVID-19.

But is it enough? And what about support for syringe services?

Stable housing is vital for folks with HIV, and this bill does not include rent or mortgage freezes.

U.S. senators send letter urging the Trump administration to ensure equal access to care for all.

To avoid another government shutdown, a resolution must be met by October 1.

Several House bills outlined HIV funding increases in line with Trump’s Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative.

Does another federal government shutdown loom?

But is the recently passed bill to fund the border crisis a sign that other progressive priorities will also be ignored?

“It’s hard to be proud when your health is on the line and when stigma is beating you up,” said AIDS United’s Jesse Milan.

His earlier stint as attorney general included holding immigrants in an “HIV concentration camp.” Then there are his views on LGBT people.

Their House bill funds T-HUD, which includes Housing for People Living With AIDS. But will the bill succeed?

Instead of defending HIV programs from attack, we can make gains on issues like health care access and drug pricing reform.

For one thing, these plans don’t cover preexisting conditions—including HIV.