We can't let anti-worker extremists in Congress cut Medicaid

[Omaha Steve]

https://www.afscme.org/blog/we-cant-let-anti-worker-extremists-in-congress-cut-medicaid

By AFSCME Staff · Thursday, February 06, 2025

Anti-union extremists in Congress are proposing massive cuts to Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for the rich. We’re not going to let that happen.

AFSCME members won’t sit on the sidelines as anti-worker politicians target people with disabilities, children, senior citizens and vital public services, all to pay for tax breaks for wealthy corporations and billionaires.

Federal Medicaid dollars are the largest source of federal funding for states. They accounted for 56% of total federal funding allocated to states last year.

Cuts to federal Medicaid dollars will force states to slash budgets and jobs for a range of state and local public services.

FULL story at link above. A letter from my Senator below.

February 7, 2025

Dear Steve,

Thank you for contacting me about Medicaid. I appreciate receiving your comments.

As you may know, Medicaid provides support for low-income adults, children, pregnant women, and those with disabilities. I believe Medicaid serves a vital purpose in supporting some of our nation's most vulnerable. It is important to provide a safety net for those in need, while also working to ensure that Medicaid remains solvent for current and future beneficiaries.

Additionally, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a joint program between the federal government and states that provides health coverage to certain low-income children and pregnant women that do not qualify for Medicaid and have no health insurance.

I am a supporter of health care programs to help ensure that the most vulnerable individuals have access to the health care services they need. I am a strong supporter of community health centers, which provide access to affordable, quality care to many underserved Nebraskans, regardless of their ability to pay. We have seven health centers with more than 70 primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care delivery sites across the state.

Please be assured I will thoroughly review any proposals that would potentially cut funding for Medicaid and will keep your comments in mind.

Again, thank you for contacting my office. If you have additional questions or concerns, please visit my website: www.fischer.senate.gov.

Sincerely,

Signature

Deb Fischer

United States Senator