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15,000 Immigrants Lose Health Care in Minnesota Cuts

1/3/2026

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Story summary

On January 1, 2026, 15,000 adult immigrants in Minnesota lost access to state-funded health care after a divided Legislature ended MinnesotaCare benefits extended to undocumented immigrants in 2023.
Health advocates, including Ma Elena Gutierrez, warn the cut could delay care and worsen health outcomes.
Community health centers such as Hennepin Healthcare will continue to provide care despite reimbursement challenges.
Immigrant children under 18 will still receive care through MinnesotaCare.

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Story summary

On January 1, 2026, 15,000 adult immigrants in Minnesota lost access to state-funded health care after a divided Legislature ended MinnesotaCare benefits extended to undocumented immigrants in 2023.
Health advocates, including Ma Elena Gutierrez, warn the cut could delay care and worsen health outcomes.
Community health centers such as Hennepin Healthcare will continue to provide care despite reimbursement challenges.
Immigrant children under 18 will still receive care through MinnesotaCare.