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Medicaid Work Requirements to Impact 20 Million by 2027

2/12/2026

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Acton Supports Medicaid Requirements

Starting January 2027, Medicaid work requirements will apply to about 20 million low-income Americans.
Recipients must work, volunteer, or study for at least 80 hours per month.
Critics warn that more than 5 million could lose coverage, jeopardizing health and finances.
Many affected individuals aged 50–64 face barriers from caregiving or health issues.
Amy Acton, Ohio's presumptive Democratic gubernatorial nominee, supports work requirements.

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Senators Accuse Equifax

Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Ronald Wyden, and Senator Bernard Sanders accused Equifax of price gouging states for Medicaid work-requirement services, citing anti-competitive behavior.
Costs for Equifax's Work Number service rose, with North Carolina's expenses nearly doubling.
States hesitate to switch providers due to Equifax's unique service.
CMS secured $600 million in discounts from other Medicaid vendors, and Equifax did not participate.

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Acton Supports Medicaid Requirements

Starting January 2027, Medicaid work requirements will apply to about 20 million low-income Americans.
Recipients must work, volunteer, or study for at least 80 hours per month.
Critics warn that more than 5 million could lose coverage, jeopardizing health and finances.
Many affected individuals aged 50–64 face barriers from caregiving or health issues.
Amy Acton, Ohio's presumptive Democratic gubernatorial nominee, supports work requirements.

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