House Republicans are pushing for Medicaid reforms as part of President Trump's budget bill, aiming to impose an 80-hour-per-month work requirement for able-bodied adults to access benefits. This proposal, which critics label as a 'war on the poor', seeks to slow Medicaid's federal spending growth from 4.6% to 3.7%. Analysts argue that the projected savings may not materialize due to practical implementation challenges and state evasion of cost controls, highlighting a broader political struggle within Congress for budgetary control.
House Republicans are trying to pass proposals to reform Medicaid, aiming to create savings by imposing stricter enrollment conditions, particularly for able-bodied adults.
The Republicans' proposals would slow Medicaid's spending growth, reducing it to a projected annual growth rate of 3.7%, though critics argue it endangers coverage for millions.
Critics like Matthew Yglesias argue the reforms equate to a 'war on the poor', predicting significant loss of health insurance coverage for vulnerable populations.
The proposed reforms aim to maximize deferred savings estimates from the Congressional Budget Office, amidst worries that states might undermine the cost-control measures.
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