House GOP Budget Proposal Threatens Health Coverage for 98,000 Nevadans
The Nevada Independent
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Contributed by: Bill Russell
Summary
House Republicans have introduced a budget that maintains some Medicaid protections but imposes new work requirements, potentially jeopardizing health coverage for about 98,000 Nevadans. While the plan avoids contentious cost shifts to states and eligibility rollbacks, the work requirements could affect between 70,400 and 112,600 adults. Despite assurances from Nevada's Medicaid Administrator that overall funding levels may not be significantly impacted, concerns persist regarding the potential rise in uninsured rates and increased pressure on the healthcare system, particularly in light of recent efforts to lower the state's uninsured population. The proposed requirements would necessitate that able-bodied recipients aged 19 to 64 engage in 80 hours per month of work, education, or volunteer activities to retain their benefits.
