Uninsurance Among Low-Income Children Since SCHIP's Enactment
Due to increased coverage through Medicaid and SCHIP, the uninsured rate among low-income children has fallen by more than one-third from 1997 to 2005 – from 23% to 14%.

Notes: Survey method change in 2005 affects comparison with earlier years slightly. Children less than 18 years old.
Source: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities analysis of National Health Interview Survey Data, August 2005.

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