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HIVThough great progress has been made, the HIV/AIDS crisis is
far from over. Equal Rights Washington supports the positions held by
the Communities in Action Network (CAN) and Lifelong AIDS Alliance,
including:
- Retention of Washington’s leading-edge AIDS Omnibus law which focuses prevention resources where they are most needed
- Improved coordination and collaboration between state
agencies for HIV prevention among substance abuse and mental health
service providers
- Comprehensive, medically accurate sexuality education
- Efforts to expand affordable and comprehensive insurance
access, including prescription drug coverage benefits to all Washington
residents whether through public (WSHIP, Medicaid, EIP, EHIP) or
private programs
- Opposing efforts to weaken or repeal the state’s law permitting the use of medical marijuana
- Opposing legislation that limits or denies public
assistance to groups or individuals at risk for or living with HIV
disease, including immigrants and undocumented aliens
- Strong accountability standards and community input
regarding the distribution and allocation of AIDS Omnibus funds
including clear performance measures and guidelines
- State and local efforts to provide comprehensive housing resources for individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS
- Continued access to anonymous HIV testing throughout the state
For information about HIV/AIDS and how you can get involved, visit Lifelong AIDS Alliance or the Communities in Action Network.
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