Senators Request Investigation of Georgia Medicaid Program

Democratic Senators Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff, and Ron Wyden are urging a federal investigation into Georgia's Pathways to Coverage program, the only active Medicaid work requirement in the nation. The program has faced criticism for its high administrative costs—over $40 million—with only 5,542 enrollees reported as of November 1, 2023. The senators' letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights concerns about mismanagement and the impact of the program on state and federal spending, as well as the barriers it creates for potential beneficiaries. Despite the program's intention to help low-income individuals, many are still left without adequate health coverage. They are also asking for a breakdown of costs per enrolled individual and an assessment of how contractors have been utilized. The controversy surrounding the program is further intensified by its low enrollment figures, which have fallen short of initial projections by state officials.