A new report from the California Budget & Policy Center warns that proposed cuts to Medi-Cal would harm millions of Californians, worsening health outcomes and economic stability. - Medi-Cal covers over one in three low-income Californians, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities.
- The report challenges claims that Medi-Cal is driving the state's deficit, citing broader health care cost trends. - Cuts would increase long-term costs and damage local economies, especially in Sacramento County.
- Immigrants with humanitarian status are at particular risk of losing coverage. The report calls for sustainable revenue solutions instead of harmful cuts to protect health and economic stability.