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Access to affordable health care shouldn't depend on your zip code. Hospitals across Michigan, especially those in rural communities, depend on federal funding that Trump and Republicans cut to keep their doors open and communities healthy.
3 Michigan hospitals ‘at risk’ of closing due to Trump Medicaid cuts
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UNC researchers identified three Michigan hospitals among 300+ nationwide that may not survive Medicaid cuts recently signed by President Donald Trump.Since House Republicans have been in charge of the budget process, they have failed students, schools and teachers. While House Democrats are here to work and get the job done for the people of Michigan, Republicans are nowhere to be found.
Session today was no attendance and no voting while there still has not been serious movement on a state education budget. This uncertainty creates real problems for school districts around the state who are currently planning for the upcoming year. The legislature has not only a responsibility, but also a requirement in statute to pass a budget by July 1st. I am extremely disappointed by the inability of House Republicans to do the work in order for that obligation to be met.
Access to health insurance is access to dignity, safety and opportunity. After Republican Medicaid cuts, Michigan families will pay more for health insurance because when coverage disappears, costs don't just go away — they just get passed down to you.
Medicaid Cuts Means More Expensive Health Insurance For Michigan Residents
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Residents with private and employer-provided health insurance are likely to see increased costs as hospitals seek to recoup funding.Michigan needs a final budget passed. House Republicans are too busy prioritizing their own interests over those of the people of Michigan.
Lawmakers coming back to Lansing with little progress on already-late state budget
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It's not clear there's been any progress in state budget talks as lawmakers get ready for a possible return to Lansing this week.Kids deserve to be set up for success, but MI Republicans can't seem to pass a final education budget. Now, with Republicans in D.C. also gutting Medicaid, schools are left to pick up the pieces for kids losing support in and out of the classroom.
How Medicaid, SNAP Changes in Trump's Big Budget Bill Could Affect Schools
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The bill will stress a major funding stream schools rely on, leading to ripple effects that make it harder for schools to offer free meals.When people have health coverage, communities are stronger, healthier & more resilient. Slashing Medicaid funding doesn't just impact those on Medicaid; it devastates the local hospitals & providers who rely on federal funding to care for their community.
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The sweeping and draconian cuts to Medicaid by the Trump administration and congressional Republicans have left healthcare advocates around the country reeling. At a virtual press conference hosted Tu...It took only 100 days of Trump's tariffs to finish a 100-year-old company. Make no mistake: Republican policy spells business closures in Michigan.
West Michigan clockmaker Howard Miller ending production after nearly 100 years
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Howard Miller, a nearly 100-year-old, family-owned clock and furniture manufacturer based in West Michigan, is winding down its operations, the company announceRecent News
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Access to affordable health care shouldn't depend on your zip code. Hospitals across Michigan, especially those in rural communities, depend on federal funding that Trump and Republicans cut to keep their doors open and communities healthy. ... See MoreSee Less
3 Michigan hospitals ‘at risk’ of closing due to Trump Medicaid cuts
www.mlive.com
UNC researchers identified three Michigan hospitals among 300+ nationwide that may not survive Medicaid cuts recently signed by President Donald Trump.Since House Republicans have been in charge of the budget process, they have failed students, schools and teachers. While House Democrats are here to work and get the job done for the people of Michigan, Republicans are nowhere to be found. ... See MoreSee Less
Session today was no attendance and no voting while there still has not been serious movement on a state education budget. This uncertainty creates real problems for school districts around the state who are currently planning for the upcoming year. The legislature has not only a responsibility, but also a requirement in statute to pass a budget by July 1st. I am extremely disappointed by the inability of House Republicans to do the work in order for that obligation to be met. ... See MoreSee Less
Access to health insurance is access to dignity, safety and opportunity. After Republican Medicaid cuts, Michigan families will pay more for health insurance because when coverage disappears, costs don't just go away — they just get passed down to you. ... See MoreSee Less
Medicaid Cuts Means More Expensive Health Insurance For Michigan Residents
wkfr.com
Residents with private and employer-provided health insurance are likely to see increased costs as hospitals seek to recoup funding.Michigan needs a final budget passed. House Republicans are too busy prioritizing their own interests over those of the people of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
Lawmakers coming back to Lansing with little progress on already-late state budget
www.michiganpublic.org
It's not clear there's been any progress in state budget talks as lawmakers get ready for a possible return to Lansing this week.Kids deserve to be set up for success, but MI Republicans can't seem to pass a final education budget. Now, with Republicans in D.C. also gutting Medicaid, schools are left to pick up the pieces for kids losing support in and out of the classroom. ... See MoreSee Less
How Medicaid, SNAP Changes in Trump's Big Budget Bill Could Affect Schools
www.edweek.org
The bill will stress a major funding stream schools rely on, leading to ripple effects that make it harder for schools to offer free meals.When people have health coverage, communities are stronger, healthier & more resilient. Slashing Medicaid funding doesn't just impact those on Medicaid; it devastates the local hospitals & providers who rely on federal funding to care for their community. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan advocates warn Medicaid cuts will close hospitals as hundreds of thousands lose coverage • Michigan Advance
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The sweeping and draconian cuts to Medicaid by the Trump administration and congressional Republicans have left healthcare advocates around the country reeling. At a virtual press conference hosted Tu...It took only 100 days of Trump's tariffs to finish a 100-year-old company. Make no mistake: Republican policy spells business closures in Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
West Michigan clockmaker Howard Miller ending production after nearly 100 years
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Howard Miller, a nearly 100-year-old, family-owned clock and furniture manufacturer based in West Michigan, is winding down its operations, the company announce"Our schools, students and families need a budget passed on time — but House Republicans missed the mark. And only days later, Congress passed devastating federal cuts that will take away $1 trillion from Medicaid. Michigan deserves stability, not uncertainty and callous disinvestments." ... See MoreSee Less