States such as Alabama already have difficulties funding people with disabilities through Medicaid and already limit access to services for disabled people. They spend approximately ten thousand dollars per person each year, compared to California which spends double that amount. These states would be affected most by Medicaid cuts. 

Who would be affected most by Medicaid cuts

Since Medicaid cuts would not effect federally mandated institutions such as nursing homes or hospitals, some "optional" services would need to be cut instead. These include people who help those with disabilities maintain their health by helping them eat, and go through their days. These attendants help approximately 3million Americans. 


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The bill that was proposed by the Senate in 2017 brought to light the importance of Medicaid for people with disabilities. This bill would reduce funds for Medicaid by 35% in the next twenty years.

Senate bill proposes to cut Medicaid funds

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How the disabled population would be negatively impacted by Medicaid cuts

A federally and state funded program that is designed to help those with limited funds and resources with their healthcare costs. 

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