Rural NPR stations are committed to continuing after cuts in federal funding
NPR Stations Face Uncertainty Amid Federal Funding Cuts The leaders of NPR stations in rural America are expressing feelings of sadness and disappointment, yet they remain committed to serving their communities despite the recent cuts in federal funding. The situation stems from a package that Congress has passed, which includes $9 billion in budget reductions […]
What effects might Medicaid changes have on you and your rural hospital?
Baton Rouge, La. About 40% of residents in Louisiana qualify for Medicaid. State legislators mentioned that a two-year pause on funding cuts provides ample opportunity for addressing potential hospital closures, particularly in rural areas. The cuts involve a limit on the increase of the provider’s tax cap, which funds the Medicaid program. This cap is […]
Gavin Newsom to Explore Presidential Options in Rural South Carolina
Gavin Newsom’s Potential Presidential Bid in 2028 California Governor Gavin Newsom is exploring a presidential run in 2028 and will visit South Carolina next week, aiming to connect with impoverished Black voters in the region. According to South Carolina Democrats, Newsom’s visit will involve discussions with voters from an economically challenged county on Tuesday and […]
Emergency rooms serve as the main access point as the crisis in rural hospitals intensifies.
A healthcare crisis is brewing in the heart of the country, as highlighted by a study conducted by the Rand Corporation in collaboration with a group of national emergency physicians. This research reveals that emergency rooms (ERs) are now functioning more like the “front door” to the U.S. healthcare system rather than a safety net. […]
18 GOP senators support higher taxes on the wealthy to fund rural hospitals
Eighteen Republican senators, including former Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell from Kentucky, voted in favor of advancing an amendment introduced by Senator Susan Collins of Maine. This amendment aims to assist rural hospitals grappling with sudden Medicaid cuts impacting high earners. The GOP senators supported a move to waive the budget order for Collins’ amendment, […]
Senate rejects Collins’ plan to increase taxes on top earners to support rural hospitals
Senate Votes on Collins’ Amendment for Tax Rate and Rural Hospital Relief Early Tuesday morning, the Senate cast votes to block an amendment offered by Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine). This amendment aimed to introduce a new top tax rate for the country’s wealthiest, while also increasing the proposed Rural Hospital Relief Fund from $25 billion […]
Republican leaders increase funding for rural hospitals and revise Medicaid rules to protect Trump’s large bill.
Senate Republican leaders have raised the budget for rural hospital assistance and altered contentious provisions regarding health provider taxation in late-night efforts to keep President Trump’s ambitious bill on track for a Saturday afternoon vote. The proposed Rural Hospital Relief Fund has been increased from $15 billion to $25 billion, with the funding set to […]
Republicans suggest a new Medicaid plan to address rural hospital issues in Trump legislation
The ongoing Medicaid debate among Senate Republicans remains intense, with a new proposal aimed at addressing the challenges faced by rural hospitals potentially helping to unite the group. Lawmakers are racing to wrap up their efforts on what President Trump has dubbed his “Big Beautiful Building,” encompassing crucial priorities like making early tax cuts permanent, […]
Senate Republicans clash over rural hospital aid fund to counteract Medicaid reductions
Senate Republicans Discuss Relief Fund for Rural Hospitals Republican senators, including Susan Collins from Maine, have voiced concerns about a proposed $15 billion relief fund intended for rural hospitals, arguing that it falls short of compensating for significant cuts in federal Medicaid funding tied to the Senate’s Megaville bill advocating President Trump’s agenda. Collins remarked […]
Essentia Health raises concern about pressure on rural health care due to suggested Medicaid reductions
Discussions are underway in the US Senate regarding President Donald Trump’s so-called “big beautiful bill.” While Republicans believe the proposed cuts could lower federal spending, Democrats express concerns that these changes may negatively impact millions of Americans. This legislation aims to implement stricter eligibility criteria, set Medicaid contribution limits, and introduce work and volunteer incentives […]