Oregon may become the first state in the union to create and implement a single-payer health insurance system, sometimes referred to as ‘Medicare For All.’
Nancy Forrest: On April 19, 2026, the Lane County chapter of Health Care for All Oregon (HCAO) hosted a town hall in Eugene to present progress being made on a multiyear campaign designed to reform how health insurance is delivered in Oregon.
Approximately 200 local citizens attended the event and were very engaged. HCAO staff provided updates on the campaign, including progress made thus far and what to expect next.
Speakers included local and statewide politicians, as well as two members of the Universal Health Plan Governance Board…