Recent News
March 17 through March 21 is the Congressional Recess, and members of Congress will be back in their home districts. Over the next couple of days, lawmakers need to hear from you about the importance of Medicaid and the harmful effects deep funding cuts would have. Here is how you can get involved:
- Write or call your members of Congress.
- Watch for town halls or other community events to attend in person.
- Attend Arc Minnesota’s Medicaid Action Workshops to learn how to effectively share your story:
Let’s use this opportunity to continue pushing our elected officials to prioritize the health and wellbeing of people with disabilities.
Learn More
Information about Medicaid and the legislative process.
Take Action
Advocacy resources and what you can do to make a difference.
- Read our recent blog: “Stop Proposed Medicaid Cuts, Help Protect Disability Services” to find out how you can advocate effectively.
- Contact your elected officials: Who Represents Me?
- Explore the Medicaid Defense Toolkit (Google Doc) to better understand Medicaid’s vital role and access practical advocacy resources.
Stay Informed
Check this page regularly for the latest news.
- Minnesota Star Tribune: State GOP legislators warn against slashing Medicaid
- Public News Service: Minnesotans with disabilities warn cuts could lead to segregation
- Minnesota Reformer: Minnesota Republicans ask Minnesota Republicans to spare Medicaid
- Minnesota Star Tribune: Heed GOP legislators on harmful Medicaid cuts
Additional Resources
- 5 Key Facts about Medicaid Coverage for People with Disabilities
- Center for Children and Families – McCourt School of Public Policy
- Medicaid – Kaiser Family Foundation
- Medicaid and CHIP – Center for Budget and Policy Priorities
- Work reporting requirements could lead to large loss of health care coverage across Minnesota – Minnesota Budget Project