Our request is simple.
Don’t abandon the 770,000+ Ohioans who rely on Medicaid to survive and thrive. It’s bad for families and bad for the state.
What's happening
As currently proposed, "shall" trigger language in the 2026-27 Ohio budget would immediately discontinue medical assistance for Ohio’s Medicaid expansion group if federal funding dips below 90%.
Why it matters
770,000+ Ohioans would immediately lose coverage — 94% of whom are employed, in school, taking care of family, in a treatment program or dealing with physical or mental health illness.
What we're asking
We want as many Ohioans as possible to have the healthcare they need to work and thrive. That's why we're asking lawmakers to enable flexibility and change the trigger language in the budget bill from "shall" to "may."
Our Mission
The Ohio Medicaid Matters Coalition is committed to promoting Medicaid as a foundation of health and economic stability, recognizing that access to healthcare empowers Ohioans to work, contribute and drive economic growth.
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