The number of state statutes and programs to advance health equity and address social drivers of health (SDOH) has grown rapidly in recent years, despite federal uncertainty.
Chartis conducts an annual assessment across all 50 states; Washington, D.C.; and US territories. Captured in the dashboard below are state laws, regulations, and initiatives, covering January 2020 through September 2025.
Underlying data is from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicaid/CHIP regulations and guidance, CMS Health Equity Priorities publications, state departments of health services, and federal and state law trackers.
Governmental policy not only means compliance but also opens opportunities for healthcare organizations to accelerate existing efforts toward health equity.
Related reports on 2025 health equity state policymaking
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Health plan updates: States are staying the course on health equity policy: Three ways health plans can align
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Provider updates: Staying the course: Three ways for providers to advance health equity as states actively set policy
