title: Universal coverage: states move into the spotlight.
abstract: Double-digit premium increases, the rising number of uninsured, and the problems associated with high costs and lack of access are fueling attempts in the states to pass universal coverage legislation.
authors.forename: Louise
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Kertesz
mesh_terms: D006291:Health Policy / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006297:Health Services Accessibility; D006801:Humans; D017057:Medically Uninsured / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D011639:Public Opinion; D013221:State Health Plans / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D014481:United States; D019472:Universal Health Insurance / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*