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House Democrats Threaten Government Shutdown Over Healthcare Funding

House Democrats, led by Hakeem Jeffries, plan to oppose a government funding bill without healthcare concessions, potentially leading to a shutdown on October 1st, while Senate Democrats remain divided on the strategy.

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Mississippi Declares Public Health Emergency Amidst Nation-Worst Infant Mortality Rate

Mississippi declared a public health emergency due to its nation-worst infant mortality rate of 9.7 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024, exceeding the national average of 5.5 and implementing a strategy to address equitable access to care, including Medicaid expansion.

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CMS Launches Nationwide Purge of Illegal Immigrants from Medicaid and CHIP

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched a nationwide initiative to remove illegal immigrants from Medicaid and CHIP, sending monthly reports to states for eligibility verification, prompting legal challenges and raising concerns about healthcare access.

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Judge Blocks HHS from Sharing Medicaid Data with ICE

A federal judge blocked the Department of Health and Human Services from sharing Medicaid enrollees' personal data with immigration officials following a lawsuit from 20 states, citing a lack of reasoned decision-making and the potential disruption to the Medicaid program.

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The Pitt" Season 2 to Feature Real-World Healthcare Policy Changes

The second season of the medical drama "The Pitt" will feature storylines about President Trump's proposed Medicaid cuts, changes to immigrant healthcare, and their impact on hospitals, as described by executive producers John Wells and R. Scott Gemmill to Variety.

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Ohio Planned Parenthood Limits Medicaid Services Due to Legal Uncertainty

Planned Parenthood affiliates in Ohio are refusing Medicaid or limiting services due to a judge's ruling on a tax bill provision that "defunds" abortion providers, creating uncertainty around potential reimbursement clawbacks; this impacts access to care for Medicaid patients, with some clinics even...

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Oz's CMS Leadership Focuses on Medicaid Reform

Newly appointed CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz emphasizes Medicaid reform, aiming to empower recipients through work requirements and fraud reduction, viewing his role as a continuation of his lifelong commitment to enacting change.

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Planned Parenthood Sues South Carolina Over Medicaid Funding Block

Planned Parenthood is suing South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster over executive orders blocking Medicaid payments to the organization, arguing the orders are unconstitutional and will harm patients by limiting access to essential healthcare services, impacting nearly 400 Medicaid patients annually...

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Long-Term Care Costs and Funding: A Critical Gap Between Public Perception and Reality

Two studies reveal that while many Americans anticipate needing long-term care, they underestimate its cost and misjudge funding sources; this has created a substantial financial risk for retirement, especially among middle-income individuals, and suggests a need for public policy solutions.

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Maine Clinics Sue to Restore Medicaid Funding After Trump Policy Cut

Maine Family Planning, a network of 18 clinics in Maine, is suing the federal government to restore its Medicaid funding, cut off due to a Trump administration policy targeting abortion providers; the clinics serve 8,000 patients and operate in rural areas with limited healthcare options.

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Michigan's Failed Medicaid Work Requirement Program

Michigan's \$30 million Medicaid work requirement program, mandating 80 hours of work, volunteering, or schooling monthly for recipients, was halted by a federal judge before implementation, revealing administrative complexities and potential for significant coverage loss.

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Nebraska Congressman Holds Town Hall, Addresses Constituent Concerns on Budget and Tariffs

Nebraska Representative Mike Flood held a town hall meeting addressing constituent concerns about his votes on the budget bill, Medicaid cuts, and presidential tariff powers; he defended his actions, promising future improvements and emphasizing his commitment to constituent engagement.

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