Medicaid Expansion

Medicaid cuts could exacerbate healthcare disparities in Alabama’s Black Belt

A new policy brief detailed long-standing healthcare disparities facing Alabama's Black Belt region, warning of exacerbation by potential Medicaid cuts.

Alex Jobin

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June 26, 2025

Republican budget could cost billions for Alabama, other states yet to expand Medicaid

A new report detailed how Republican budget proposals could cost non-expansion states billions, risking coverage for millions and jeopardizing health sector jobs.

Alex Jobin

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June 23, 2025

Alabama organizations urge lawmakers to oppose health care cuts

Fifty-two Alabama organizations urged Ivey to oppose cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act, warning of harm to families and healthcare access.

Alex Jobin

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June 6, 2025

Alabama Arise unveils 2025 Legislative priorities

The nonprofit is pushing for Medicaid expansion, voting rights protections, public transportation funding, and other critical reforms.

February 4, 2025

Jackson Hospital CEO, COO step down amid financial restructuring efforts

As part of the turnaround plan, the hospital is exploring the divestiture of non-core operations to refocus resources on acute care.

November 20, 2024

New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals

More than half of Alabama’s 52 rural hospitals are at risk of closure,

November 19, 2024

Analysis

Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk

Alabama's Medicaid expansion reluctance worsens financial strain, leaving over a dozen hospitals at risk, especially in rural areas facing operational challenges.

Bill Britt

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October 31, 2024

Analysis

Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears

Alabama isn’t just turning down federal funds — it’s turning its back on its own people.

Bill Britt

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October 23, 2024

Opinion

The price of ignorance

For a long time now in Alabama, we have let ignorance be our guide. The bill has been steep.

Josh Moon

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June 5, 2024