US EditionFederal Medicaid Cuts Could Cost Louisiana $4 Billion
- Louisiana legislators are preparing for the possibility of losing up to $4 billion in federal Medicaid funds, a shortfall that may require convening a special session before the end of the year.
- This potential loss stems from proposed Medicaid cuts included in President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' and more severe Senate proposals.
- Medicaid covers about 35 percent of Louisiana residents and accounts for over two-thirds of Medicaid spending, totaling nearly $15 billion annually.
- State Senate President Cameron Henry stated that if the legislation is approved, they will definitely convene a special session to address the funding cuts by securing additional state resources.
- The loss could jeopardize many hospitals, especially rural ones, prompting calls for gradual Medicaid reform and urgent legislative action this year.
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The Advocate
Proposed Medicaid cuts could be a big problem for Louisiana's budget, officials say
WASHINGTON – State Senate President Cameron Henry said he’s worried Louisiana won’t be able to cover the losses should Congress ratchet back Medicaid spending the way the U.S. Senate Finance Committee has proposed for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
The Center Square
The HayrideLouisiana legislators warn of the consequences of a Medicaid cut
(The Center Square) − On the final day of Louisiana's legislative session, lawmakers from both chambers passed resolutions urging Congress to rethink proposed Medicaid cuts, warning that a sharp reduction
Federal Medicaid cuts could cost La. $4B
State Senate President Cameron Henry said proposals for federal Medicaid cuts could cost Louisiana $4 billion. LSU Manship School News Service/Cross Harris BATON ROUGE -- Just a few days after a regular session ended, Louisiana lawmakers are bracing for a loss of up to $4 billion loss in federal Medicaid funding that could force them back into a speci
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