Mike Johnson defends Medicaid requirements in spending bill
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The bill that narrowly passed the House last week would impose the first-ever work requirement on Medicaid enrollees like her. The Senate will put its stamp on the measure, which aims to fulfill President Donald Trump’s agenda,
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Self Employed on MSNCongress considers Medicaid work requirementsCongress is considering a budget bill that includes a proposal to require certain Medicaid recipients to work, volunteer, attend school, or participate in job training for at least 80 hours per month to maintain their health coverage.
Millions of Americans could lose Medicaid coverage because of cutbacks, but experts warn of the legislation's complexity.
The House GOP's plan to root out waste, fraud and abuse with Medicaid work requirements is expected to save billions, but could see millions booted from their healthcare benefits.
In a sweeping North Dakota tour, Rep. Julie Fedorchak promoted conservative-driven legislation while addressing rising tensions over healthcare, energy demands and illegal immigration.
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And what will they mean for the millions of low-income people who might lose health care benefits as a result?
A proposal in Congress would require some adults to document 80 hours a month of work or school. Experts say the red tape and paperwork is so cumbersome that even people who work will lose their health insurance.
House Republicans leaders are planning to accelerate new Medicaid work requirements to December 2026 in a deal with ultra-conservatives on the giant tax bill, according to a lawmaker familiar with the discussions.
Republicans are hustling to shepherd through a budget bill that includes a requirement that people on Medicaid submit proof they’re working.
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Axios on MSNHow work requirements for Medicaid could affect VirginiansThe U.S. Senate is considering a massive budget bill, passed by House Republicans, that seeks to save money by adding work requirements to Medicaid. The big picture: When Virginia tried adding similar work requirements years ago,