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23 States Sue Over $12 Billion Public Health Cuts

4/7/2025

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A powerful coalition of 23 states and Washington, D.C., is taking a stand against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, suing over a staggering $12 billion cut in public health funding. They argue this drastic reduction jeopardizes vital services and undermines efforts to tackle urgent public health challenges, such as mental health and substance abuse crises.

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A powerful coalition of 23 states and Washington, D.C., is taking a stand against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, suing over a staggering $12 billion cut in public health funding. They argue this drastic reduction jeopardizes vital services and undermines efforts to tackle urgent public health challenges, such as mental health and substance abuse crises.