Under the potential changes proposed by Republicans, funding cuts and regulatory changes could significantly reduce Medicaid enrollment, affecting approximately 79 million Americans who rely on it.
House Budget Committee Chair Jodey Arrington stated that federal entitlement programs like Medicaid must undergo substantial modifications to prevent fiscal collapse, highlighting the urgency for reform.
Rep. Chip Roy emphasized the need for wholesale health care reform, suggesting that rolling back ACA provisions may lead to improved services despite concerns about uninsured rates.
Advocates express concern that GOP plans to cut Medicaid funding will worsen access to insurance and healthcare for low-income populations, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities.
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