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Congress Slashes Medicaid, Threatening Kids' Health and Meals

7/10/2025

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Congress has approved a budget bill that slashes funding for Medicaid and SNAP, jeopardizing free school meals and essential health services for low-income families. With new work requirements in place, millions may face loss of coverage, and states might tighten eligibility. Experts caution that these cuts could severely undermine children's education and health, especially in federally dependent schools.

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Story summary

Congress has approved a budget bill that slashes funding for Medicaid and SNAP, jeopardizing free school meals and essential health services for low-income families. With new work requirements in place, millions may face loss of coverage, and states might tighten eligibility. Experts caution that these cuts could severely undermine children's education and health, especially in federally dependent schools.