Nevada faces devastating Medicaid cuts affecting 800,000

Nevada is facing potential cuts to its Medicaid program, which currently covers nearly 800,000 residents, as the House passed a budget resolution that includes $880 billion in reductions aimed at subsidizing tax cuts. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto has been vocal against these proposed cuts, emphasizing the critical role Medicaid plays in providing healthcare services to low-income families and urging bipartisan cooperation among state lawmakers. Concerns are mounting among local health officials, with potential job losses and reduced services threatening the welfare of many residents. The uncertainty surrounding federal funding is exacerbated for nonprofits, particularly those providing mental health services, which heavily rely on Medicaid for their operations. Despite Republican reassurances that Medicaid would not be affected, skepticism remains regarding the true impact of the proposed budget changes. State officials, including Governor Joe Lombardo, have joined the call to protect Medicaid funding, highlighting its importance for Nevada's healthcare landscape.