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Wisconsin Bill Aims to Cut Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants

9/8/2025

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A Wisconsin bill seeks to block health care funding for undocumented immigrants, recently reviewed in committee.
Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) argues it prevents Wisconsin from expanding BadgerCare to undocumented immigrants.
He proposes increased funding for charitable clinics to aid rural communities lacking health care access.
Concerns arise over potential unconstitutionality regarding care for undocumented inmates, as noted by the Department of Corrections.
Dallman prioritizes state citizens amid budget constraints, citing Minnesota's costly Medicaid expansion.

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Story summary

A Wisconsin bill seeks to block health care funding for undocumented immigrants, recently reviewed in committee.
Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) argues it prevents Wisconsin from expanding BadgerCare to undocumented immigrants.
He proposes increased funding for charitable clinics to aid rural communities lacking health care access.
Concerns arise over potential unconstitutionality regarding care for undocumented inmates, as noted by the Department of Corrections.
Dallman prioritizes state citizens amid budget constraints, citing Minnesota's costly Medicaid expansion.