Arkansas Not on Track for Insurance Coverage for Arkansas’s Children

Every year, our Finish Line report provides a snapshot of the previous year’s progress toward ensuring all children have insurance coverage in our state. Last year was an uncommon year for health coverage in Arkansas, making it important that recent context is included in the “story” of what’s happening for children and families’ health.

Health care coverage for children extends access to pediatrician-recommended care and services crucial for supporting healthy development. When children get the care they need, their likelihood of academic success, high school graduation, college attendance, higher earnings, and overall health in adulthood increases.

Download this year’s Finish Line report below.