GOP plans $880 billion cuts with focus on Medicaid funding amid Virginians' uncertainty

As House Republicans consider extensive Medicaid funding cuts, Virginians brace for potential loss of health coverage, pressing the importance of affordable care in a changing political landscape.

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Cause And Effect

Impact of Potential Cuts on Virginians and Medicaid Programs

‘I’ll be stuck’

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Key Facts

Virginians are increasingly anxious about their health care options, expressing fears of being 'stuck' without Medicaid under the proposed budgeting changes.1
House Energy and Commerce Republicans are in discussions to introduce work requirements and eligibility checks in Medicaid.1

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Background Context

Republican Plans for Medicaid Funding Cuts and Budget Reconciliation

Proposed Budget Cuts

$880 billion

Health Care Programs Deficit Reduction Target

$500 billion

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Key Facts

Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-Ky.) is interested in reducing federal government funding for those eligible for Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act expansion.2
House Energy and Commerce Republicans are leveraging budget reconciliation to pass cuts that avoid a filibuster.
Moderate House Republicans are skeptical of major Medicaid cuts, yet open to reducing federal contributions in states that have expanded Medicaid.1

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