Hurd comments on letter sent to house leadership

Yahoo

18-04-2025

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — In a letter to Republican House leadership, CD-3 Rep. Jeff Hurd joined 11 other house republican representatives. in calling on leadership to protect Medicaid.
'The point that we were trying to make was that, balancing the federal budget should not come at the expense of those that depend on these benefits,' said Hurd.
CD-3 is geographically about half the size of Colorado. About 30% of residents in CD-3 depend on Medicaid.
'We can't and won't support a final reconciliation bill that reduces Medicaid coverage for children and seniors and individuals with disabilities and pregnant women.'
Hurd says the protection of Medicaid is vital, acknowledging reform must be made to ensure it is a strong and long-lasting program for years to come.
'We support targeting reforms that are going to improve Medicaid integrity, reduce proper in-payments and modernize delivery systems.'
The letter states 'Cuts to Medicaid also threaten the viability of hospitals, nursing homes, and safety-net providers nationwide.' Further adding, 'Many hospitals – particularly in rural and underserved areas – rely heavily on Medicaid funding, with some receiving over half their revenue from the program alone.'
The letter continues, saying providers who lose that funding may be at risk of closure and unable to recover, also stating, it would be difficult for all constituents, regardless of healthcare coverage to get the care they need.
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