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24 States Sue to Restore $150M Health Funding Loss

4/2/2025

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Washington state faces a staggering loss of over $150 million in vital public health funding as federal grants are canceled. Attorney General Nick Brown has teamed up with 24 states in a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services, arguing that these cuts are unlawful. This funding is essential for crucial health programs, particularly mental health and substance abuse services, during a time of pressing public health challenges.

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Washington state faces a staggering loss of over $150 million in vital public health funding as federal grants are canceled. Attorney General Nick Brown has teamed up with 24 states in a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services, arguing that these cuts are unlawful. This funding is essential for crucial health programs, particularly mental health and substance abuse services, during a time of pressing public health challenges.