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Governor Stein Fights Medicaid Cuts Amid Funding Crisis

9/25/2025

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein will urge lawmakers to prevent Medicaid cuts at a Thursday press conference.
October 1 cuts could reduce provider reimbursement by at least 3%, amid a General Assembly funding deadlock.
Medicaid serves about 25% of North Carolina's population.
Advocates such as David Laxton warn low rates threaten providers. Residents are urged to share stories with lawmakers.

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein will urge lawmakers to prevent Medicaid cuts at a Thursday press conference.
October 1 cuts could reduce provider reimbursement by at least 3%, amid a General Assembly funding deadlock.
Medicaid serves about 25% of North Carolina's population.
Advocates such as David Laxton warn low rates threaten providers. Residents are urged to share stories with lawmakers.