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Medicaid Ban Ends, Restoring $45M Care; States Pledge $400M

7/10/2026

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Story summary

The Medicaid funding ban expired on July 4, 2026, restoring Planned Parenthood's ability to receive reimbursements.
During the ban, Planned Parenthood delivered $45 million of Medicaid-covered preventive care at no charge.
Senator Josh Hawley's amendment to extend the ban failed 50-48, Senator Susan Collins voting against it.
Planned Parenthood closed nearly 30 health centers, over 60 % in rural areas.
California, Maine and Oregon pledged $400 million in funding for displaced Medicaid patients.

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Story summary

The Medicaid funding ban expired on July 4, 2026, restoring Planned Parenthood's ability to receive reimbursements.
During the ban, Planned Parenthood delivered $45 million of Medicaid-covered preventive care at no charge.
Senator Josh Hawley's amendment to extend the ban failed 50-48, Senator Susan Collins voting against it.
Planned Parenthood closed nearly 30 health centers, over 60 % in rural areas.
California, Maine and Oregon pledged $400 million in funding for displaced Medicaid patients.