The Budget Reconciliation Bill Will Cause Harm to the Health Care System
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Pub. Law No. 119-21) makes sweeping changes to the Medicaid program, the Marketplace plans, and private insurance.
Medicaid Is Essential in the Fight Against Cancer
July 10, 2025
Medicaid provides access to life-saving care for people in America fighting cancer, especially low-income individuals primarily from rural and underserved communities.
Cancer is the second-highest cause of death in America, and more than 2 million people will be diagnosed with cancer this year. Medicaid covers cancer screenings, diagnostic tests, treatments, surgeries, prescription medications and follow-up care that give cancer patients the best chance after a life-changing diagnosis.