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Hochul's Health Plan Faces GOP Pushback, Millions Affected

2/19/2026

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul seeks collaboration with House Republicans to secure coverage for about 1.5 million low-income residents and noncitizens under U.S. President Donald Trump's tax-and-spending package.
GOP lawmakers express frustration over Hochul's lack of engagement and relationship-building.
Hochul's administration plans to revert to a prior health plan to access federal funding for about 1.3 million enrollees.
This outcome leaves about 470,000 individuals without coverage, showing ongoing tension.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul seeks collaboration with House Republicans to secure coverage for about 1.5 million low-income residents and noncitizens under U.S. President Donald Trump's tax-and-spending package.
GOP lawmakers express frustration over Hochul's lack of engagement and relationship-building.
Hochul's administration plans to revert to a prior health plan to access federal funding for about 1.3 million enrollees.
This outcome leaves about 470,000 individuals without coverage, showing ongoing tension.