‘Everyone would lose their jobs’: Local business worries about worst-case scenario if Medicaid is gutted

Legislation would require Medicaid recipients under 65 to prove they work or participate in community engagement for 20 hours weekly to maintain benefits.

ARVADA, Colo. — In a move that could impact both health care access and employment, House Republicans are proposing a tax bill that includes substantial cuts to Medicaid, potentially affecting millions of Americans who rely on the safety net program.

Approximately 80 million adults and children across the U.S. are currently enrolled in Medicaid. The Republican plan, aimed at reducing federal spending to pay for President Donald Trump’s tax cuts, could leave an estimated 8.5 million people nationwide without coverage.