MEDICAID EXPANSION II
You thought because you voted for it, it would happen. Medicaid expansion should already be a reality, but alas—politics got in the way. Find out how you can support the citizen initiative and protect the law before legislators weaken it. First, you can Celebrate and Protect Prop 3 with the Utah Health Policy Project. Wear your "Yes on 3" T-shirts, pick up stickers, and learn about the threats to the law. A few days later, rally at the Capitol for No Medicaid Expansion Delay! Faith & Poverty Day to emphasize the ongoing commitment to Prop 3. Hear speakers talk about reducing childhood homelessness in Utah and how unmet medical needs can lead to families becoming homeless. Celebration: Hatch Family Chocolates, 376 E. 8th Ave., 801-433-2299, Monday, Jan. 28, 6-7:30 p.m., free, bit.ly/2VZOsyV. Rally: State Capitol, 350 N. State, 801-364-7765, Thursday, Jan. 31, 10 a.m.-noon, free, bit.ly/2FBqQeW.
CLEAN AIR ASSEMBLY
It's time again to try to make the Legislature pay attention to the air. Join the SLC Air Protectors at Stand With Us for Clean Air! to talk about strategy for this year's session. "Our air is going to be under siege, as well as our water, so do not hesitate to come and learn the power of your voice," the event's Facebook page says. "We can and will change the world if we stand shoulder to shoulder to fight for what we believe in." The legislative overview starts with a Native American-led ceremony, followed by a presentation on how to lobby. Hear a summary of bills the Air Protectors support, too. Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 801-953-3211, Thursday, Jan. 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free, bit.ly/2AT3M7P.