Budget constraints are forcing liberal-leaning states to scale back health benefits for noncitizens due to federal Medicaid cuts and expiring Obamacare subsidies. - At least five states plus D.C.
have cut or plan to cut state-funded health benefits for immigrants. - California barred new illegal immigrants from Medi-Cal and will eliminate dental care for noncitizens.
- Colorado lowered enrollment caps for its SilverEnhanced Savings program and plans to downsize Cover All Coloradans. - Experts warn these cuts will increase uninsured rates and worsen health outcomes for immigrants and their citizen children.
The federal government has shifted financial burdens to states, leading to tough choices that prioritize citizens over noncitizens.