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Colorado Lawmakers Address $110M Medicaid Deficit Crisis

9/2/2025

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Colorado lawmakers convened a special session to tackle a budget deficit linked to federal tax cuts affecting Medicaid and health insurance premiums.
The session led to a $110 million investment aimed at stabilizing the insurance market and reducing costs.
Governor Jared Polis announced Medicaid cuts, urging Congress to extend tax credits to alleviate financial pressure on families.

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Colorado lawmakers convened a special session to tackle a budget deficit linked to federal tax cuts affecting Medicaid and health insurance premiums.
The session led to a $110 million investment aimed at stabilizing the insurance market and reducing costs.
Governor Jared Polis announced Medicaid cuts, urging Congress to extend tax credits to alleviate financial pressure on families.