ACTION ALERT: Protect Medicaid from Deep Funding Cuts
CHA is urging Congress to protect Medicaid in HR1, the reconciliation bill. Please urge your elected officials to protect Medicaid by using the resources below as well as CHA's e-Advocacy resource, which includes a sample letter for members of Congress
Medicaid Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions of the Medicaid Program
This CHA resource addresses common myths about the Medicaid program, providing cited facts to debunk these common misconceptions.
Action Alert Background and Talking Points
Congress is currently debating reconciliation legislation with potential funding cuts and program changes in Medicaid. CHA urgently calls on you to contact your Members of Congress today to safeguard the integrity of the Medicaid program. The following resources will provide background information and talking points for your advocacy efforts.
Medicaid Fact Sheet
This fact sheet can be used to promote education and awareness of the benefits of Medicaid in hospitals, physician offices, long-term care facilities, parishes, and community organizations. It can be used to engage patients, clinical staff, health professionals, church groups, and community organizations to show support for the importance of Medicaid.
Medicaid Prayer Card
Believing that we are made in God's image means we are called to support those who are less strong and less powerful. Programs like Medicaid embody our collective commitment to the common good, solidarity, and the preferential option for those who are poor and vulnerable.
Recommended Resources
- ICYMI: Poll Finds Overwhelming Majorities of Voters in Both Parties Support Medicaid, Oppose Cuts
- What Catholic Leaders are Saying About Congress' Proposed Medicaid Cuts
- Joint Medicaid letter with USCCB and CCUSA
- The Partnership for Medicaid
- CHA Urges Lawmakers to Reject Harmful Medicaid Cuts
- Proposals for drastic Medicaid cuts worry Catholic health care providers
- Georgetown Center for Children and Families Report: Insights into Medicaid’s critical role in small towns and rural communities, including an interactive map of Medicaid coverage by county.
News Stories Featuring Impacts on Catholic Health
News Releases:
- CHA Opposes H.R.1, The One Big Beautiful Bill
- ICYMI: Catholic Health Leaders Discuss Impact of Congressional Proposals to Cut Medicaid Funding
Articles:
Medicaid State Resources
As we closely track developments on legislative proposals, we have curated comprehensive, state-specific advocacy resources to assist in your efforts. Simply select your state to access:
- CHA State Fact Sheets – Catholic health care systems and facilities in your state, including the number of Medicaid admissions and percentage of the population covered by Medicaid.
- Medicaid Impact Snapshots – A detailed look at how Medicaid supports individuals and families in your state.
- Relevant Local Articles – These outline local reporting on Medicaid-related developments.
