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Idaho Cuts $22 Million from Medicaid Disability Services

3/28/2026

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Idaho Governor Brad Little approved House Bill 863, cutting nearly $22 million from Medicaid disability services.
The bill reduces provider reimbursement for residential habilitation by $21.8 million next fiscal year.
The House passed the bill without debate, and the Senate approved it narrowly, 19-15.
Critics warned the cuts could harm vulnerable citizens and raise litigation risk, while supporters cited fiscal conservatism.

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Idaho Governor Brad Little approved House Bill 863, cutting nearly $22 million from Medicaid disability services.
The bill reduces provider reimbursement for residential habilitation by $21.8 million next fiscal year.
The House passed the bill without debate, and the Senate approved it narrowly, 19-15.
Critics warned the cuts could harm vulnerable citizens and raise litigation risk, while supporters cited fiscal conservatism.