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South Dakota Coalition Fights Medicaid Cuts Amid Crisis

5/31/2025

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A passionate coalition, "Hands Off Medicaid," has emerged in South Dakota, rallying against proposed Medicaid cuts from the controversial "Big Beautiful Bill." Advocates fear that nearly 27,000 residents could be left without coverage, jeopardizing vital rural health services and maternal care. With the bill already passed by the House, its fate now lies in the Senate's hands.

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A passionate coalition, "Hands Off Medicaid," has emerged in South Dakota, rallying against proposed Medicaid cuts from the controversial "Big Beautiful Bill." Advocates fear that nearly 27,000 residents could be left without coverage, jeopardizing vital rural health services and maternal care. With the bill already passed by the House, its fate now lies in the Senate's hands.