Advocacy Roundup: Public Policy News
The current environment has created uncertainty and fear in many families across the country, especially so for people with disabilities and their loved ones. It can be overwhelming to keep up with all the day’s news. This weekly roundup aims to be a one-stop shop for disability news and advocacy information to keep people supported and their families informed and involved.
- The House of Representatives recently passed a budget resolution (the “big beautiful bill”) that will cut Medicaid funding by at least $600 billion over a decade and reduce enrollment by about 10.3 million people, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The New York Times has a fact-check detailing the proposed bill’s harmful effects on myriad populations, including people with disabilities and their families.
- The bill now moves to the Senate, where NPR says big changes could be in store.
- Medicaid and CHIP Cuts in the House-Passed Reconciliation Bill Explained, from Georgetown University
- Rep. Dan Goldman led a rally in Staten Island outside Rep. Nicole Malliotakis’ office after she voted for the bill. Rep. Goldman represents the area where AHRC NYC Headquarters is located.
- What is the budget reconciliation process? The Council of State Governments, a non-partisan organization, has helpful information.
- The proposed budget would limit investigations into abuse and neglect of disabled people.
- In New York State news, here are key takeaways from the recently passed NYS budget, including a 2.6% targeted inflationary increase for disability service providers like AHRC NYC.
How to Get Involved–and Take Action!
- Tell Congress: No Medicaid or SNAP Cuts
- Tell Congress to Be a Guardian of Medicaid!
- Share your Story with The Arc to Inform Legislators About the Human Cost of Cuts
- From ANCOR, Directly Contact Your Reps About the Bill
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