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Minnesota Budget Project weighs in on proposed federal Medicaid restrictions
August 14, 2026 • Jessie Luévano
Federal Issues, Health Care
The federal government recently proposed new restrictions that could cause health coverage loss for more Minnesotans under Medicaid work reporting requirements. During the public comment period where organizations and individuals could weigh in, the Minnesota Budget Project submitted the following letter.
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Not with a bang but a fizzle: Minnesota policymakers kick the can to 2027
June 3, 2026 • Minnesota Budget Project
Health Care, Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Taxes
In the 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session, we called on policymakers to take bold action to protect Minnesotans’ health and well-being… Continue reading Not with a bang but a fizzle: Minnesota policymakers kick the can to 2027
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Health coverage at risk for 128,000 Minnesotans subject to new Medicaid work reporting requirements
May 14, 2026 • Jessie Luévano
Federal Issues, Health Care
In Minnesota, roughly 1 million people have health care coverage through Medicaid, also known as Medical Assistance (MA).[1] Nationally, about… Continue reading Health coverage at risk for 128,000 Minnesotans subject to new Medicaid work reporting requirements