As work requirements kick in for Medicaid, some states are taking a tougher stanceAt least six states will require documentation that individuals are too sick to meet Medicaid work requirements kicking in next year. The rules are stricter than what the federal government is requiring.PBS News10d agoWhole story →HealthEconomymedicaid work requirements rollout
Health care costs a major concern for voters ahead of midtermsHealth care is at the center of a political debate as millions of Americans struggle with rising costs. Enrollment in the marketplaces created by the ACA dropped this year, mainly due to the expiration of federal credits. Vice President Vance also announced plans to cancel coverage for nearly 760,000 people, citing claims of widespread fraud. Geoff…PBS News13d agoWhole story →Healthmidterm elections
News Wrap: Newsom signs order for AI safety in CaliforniaIn our news wrap Friday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order that aims to speed up safety measures for AI, including a possible 'kill switch' for advanced models, President Trump announced that all 50 states will participate in a new Medicaid drug pricing program and Russians are voting in the country's first parliamentary elections…PBS News20d agoWhole story →TechnologyHealthGavin Newsommedicaid drug pricing program launch
Florida grand jury finds DeSantis administration misused $10 million, but no charges have been filedDespite the lack of charges, the report ignited a new round of criticism aimed at Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top state Republicans over the charity receiving $10 million from a state Medicaid settlement intended to help poor children get health insurance.PBS News1mo agoWhole story →GovernmentHealthRon DeSantisflorida medicaid settlement probe