California's decade-old promise to provide health coverage for every child is in jeopardy due to federal cuts and new administrative barriers. - Nearly 225,000 fewer children are enrolled in Medi-Cal since President Trump took office.
- H.R. 1 cuts nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid, threatening over 5 million California children.
- New work and eligibility verification requirements create paperwork barriers that cause families to lose coverage. - The state budget proposal falls short, with cuts to programs for vulnerable children and higher premiums for immigrants.
Advocates urge state lawmakers to protect children's health in the upcoming budget.