Booker, Kuster, Fitzpatrick Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to End Outdated Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy

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"Denying Medicaid and CHIP coverage to people at a time when many of them are in dire need of health care coverage, including treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, defies common sense. The Medicaid Inmate Exclusion not only worsens health outcomes, but also increases the likelihood of recidivism and drug overdoses. We can help put an end to this cruel cycle that continues to harm families and communities by ensuring that more people receive the help they need to successfully reintegrate into their communities. That is why I am proud to join my colleagues in reintroducing this bill that would end this outdated policy and increase access to Medicaid and life-saving care and treatment for those incarcerated."

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