House Republicans are pushing for billions of dollars in budget cuts to fund President Trump’s agenda, potentially including cuts to Medicaid. This could lead to tens of thousands of Montanans losing their healthcare coverage. The Energy and Commerce Committee has been tasked with cutting $880 billion over the next decade, with Medicaid being a target for potential reductions. Trump has promised not to touch Medicare, leaving Medicaid vulnerable to cuts. Health policy experts, such as Liz Williams from KFF, warn that these cuts could force states to cover the funding gap, resulting in enrollment losses and reductions in Medicaid programs. Montana could face $5 billion in cuts over the next decade, potentially leaving 120,000 residents without coverage. State lawmakers would have to address any shortfall in funding. The proposed cuts have raised concerns about the impact on the healthcare of vulnerable populations in Montana.
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