Protect rural healthcare access, reject Medicaid cuts in HB1

Medicaid cuts resulting from HB1 would be devastating for rural communities like Kearny. With a new medical clinic set to open next week, these cuts could force its closure before it even begins operations. Rural health care centers provide essential services and are often the primary source of medical care for residents. Forcing these facilities to shut down would strip away access to vital health services, leaving many without options. This legislation prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthy over the well-being of everyday Americans who rely on Medicaid for their medical needs. Rural communities cannot afford to lose more health care resources. The potential consequences of enacting these draconian cuts are severe and unacceptable. We cannot allow billionaires to profit at the expense of our most vulnerable citizens' health and livelihoods.