Federal Government Funding Decisions Loom
March 13, 2025
The continuing resolution (CR) funding the federal government expires March 14. Earlier this week, the House passed legislation securing funding
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New Congressional Attempt to Cut Medicaid Through Budget Reconciliation
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Federal Government Funding Decisions Loom
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The continuing resolution (CR) funding the federal government expires March 14. Earlier this week, the House passed legislation securing funding
New Resources Show House Budget Would Slash Medicaid, Despite Voters’ Support of Program
March 6, 2025
The House of Representatives advanced a harmful budget blueprint last week that analysts and advocates said would result in devastating
Medicare Rights, Partners Ask SCOTUS: Preserve Preventative Care Requirement in Braidwood
March 6, 2025
Last week, Medicare Rights Center joined with other members of the Chronic Illness and Disability Partnership and the Center for
House Advances Harmful Budget Plan
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Late Tuesday, House Republicans narrowly passed their budget resolution, paving the way for a reconciliation bill that advances key Trump
Medicaid Coverage Is Vital for Many People With Disabilities and Direct Care Workers
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In a disappointing vote Tuesday, Republicans in Congress have decided to move forward with plans to cut Medicaid. As we
URGENT: Protect Medicaid for Millions of People with Medicare
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Medicaid is health insurance, long-term care coverage, and a workforce program all in one. It is a lifeline that helps
Potential Target for Medicaid Cuts Would End Coverage for 20 Million People
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As we discussed last week, the Republican-controlled Congress is considering massive cuts to Medicaid. All cuts to Medicaid are harmful
Medicare Rights Center President Fred Riccardi Discusses Prior Authorization in Medicare Advantage
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New Congressional Attempt to Cut Medicaid Through Budget Reconciliation
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This week, the House of Representatives is trying to lay the groundwork for rushed and drastic cuts to Medicaid and
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