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catholicnewsagency.comscience7 hrs ago
Several states propose wage cuts for family caregivers under Medicaid self-direction programs
Maryland, Idaho, Indiana, Missouri, and Colorado have introduced 2026 proposals to reduce hourly pay for family members providing Medicaid-funded care. The changes follow a $1 trillion federal Medicaid funding reduction scheduled to take effect January 1, 2027.
Nbc Newsworld13 days ago
Trump Administration Reverses Olmstead Interpretation on Disability Care
The Justice Department issued a memo this month reversing the federal government's 25-year reading of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision. The change removes prior federal backing for states to provide Medicaid-funded home care instead of institutional placement. Several states…
moneycontrol.compolitics14 days ago
USDA Reports 10.6% SNAP Payment Error Rate, Exceeding Federal Threshold
The Department of Agriculture reported the rate on June 24, nearly double the 6 percent threshold set by the OBBBA. Only 10 states met the standard, with South Dakota lowest at 2.5 percent and Alaska highest at 23 percent.
The Independentpolitics18 days ago
New SNAP rule requires states with high error rates to cover part of benefit costs
A federal law signed by President Donald Trump will require states with elevated SNAP payment error rates to pay a share of benefits starting in October 2027. The change aims to reduce administrative mistakes and offset federal spending tied to tax cuts.
theweek.compolitics20 days ago
New South Wales to Cut Weekly Road Toll Cap to $50
State officials will lower the weekly toll cap from $60 to $50 for one year. Queensland officials plan to announce infrastructure measures in their budget.
nbcnews.compolitics24 days ago
SNAP participation falls 10 percent after work requirement changes
SNAP enrollment dropped by about 4 million people after Congress expanded work and documentation rules last year. States will assume a larger share of administrative and benefit costs starting this fall.
Fox Newsbusiness30 days ago
Economic Security Project Urges Local Taxes and Budget Shifts to Fund Guaranteed Income Programs
The group that helped launch more than 100 cash pilots now seeks permanent public financing, with California and Cook County already shifting to local budgets as federal pandemic funds expire.
world41 days ago
CMS Issues Rule Requiring 80 Hours of Monthly Work for Some Medicaid Adults, Projected to Save $326 Billion but Cost States in Implementation
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued an interim final rule on Monday requiring some adults on Medicaid to work 80 hours per month. States must implement the requirement by Jan. 1, 2027.
Nbc Newsworld58 days ago
Medicaid Cuts Reduce Pay for Family Caregivers in Maryland
A Maryland Medicaid program that pays family members to care for relatives with developmental disabilities will reduce wages and cap paid hours starting July 1. The changes follow a $126 million cut to programs for people with developmental disabilities.
Nbc Newsscience59 days ago
Medicaid Funding Reductions Affect Family Caregivers in Maryland
A federal spending package signed by President Donald Trump last year is projected to reduce Medicaid funding by about $1 trillion over the next decade. Maryland has already cut $126 million from programs for people with developmental disabilities, reducing wages and hours for fa…
api.foxsports.compolitics62 days ago
New Jersey Lowers World Cup Train Fare to $105 After Initial $150 Plan
New Jersey announced plans to charge $150 round-trip for NJ TRANSIT service from Midtown Manhattan to MetLife Stadium for the 2026 World Cup. The fare was reduced to $105 with corporate donor support. The state cited a $48 million cost to NJ TRANSIT while FIFA is projected to gen…
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US States Consider Temporary Fuel Tax Cuts Amid Iran Conflict
Several US states are evaluating temporary reductions in fuel taxes due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. These measures aim to ease consumer costs from rising fuel prices. Implementation could lead to millions of dollars in lost state revenue.
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