Mississippi Set to Vote on Contentious Medicaid Expansion with Work Requirement

The proposed Medicaid expansion in Mississippi faces uncertainty over federal approval due to its inclusion of a work requirement.

Mississippi lawmakers are gearing up for a crucial vote on a Medicaid expansion plan that mandates employment for eligibility.
The plan, aiming to cover tens of thousands, includes a work requirement that may conflict with federal policies.
Democratic opposition highlights concerns that the plan offers 'Medicaid expansion in name only' due to stringent conditions.
Governor Tate Reeves has historically opposed expansions that increase dependency on government programs.
The expansion could significantly aid Mississippi's financially struggling hospitals and individuals with chronic health conditions.