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Congress Proposes $880 Billion Medicaid Cuts, Threatening Low-Income Families

4/30/2025

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Congress is eyeing a staggering $880 billion in Medicaid cuts, threatening the health and well-being of low-income families. Wisconsin's health officials caution that these drastic reductions could result in billions lost, soaring healthcare costs, and diminished access to vital services. Proposed funding caps and work requirements could leave many vulnerable individuals without coverage.

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Congress is eyeing a staggering $880 billion in Medicaid cuts, threatening the health and well-being of low-income families. Wisconsin's health officials caution that these drastic reductions could result in billions lost, soaring healthcare costs, and diminished access to vital services. Proposed funding caps and work requirements could leave many vulnerable individuals without coverage.