Proposed $880B Medicaid Cut Could Devastate Addiction Treatment in Monroe, Wayne Counties

A proposed $880 billion cut to Medicaid—the largest in U.S. history—could severely impact addiction treatment in Monroe and Wayne counties, where nearly 70% of patients rely on Medicaid.

Officials warn the cuts could affect 300,000 residents, trigger hospital closures, job losses, and reverse progress in combating the opioid crisis.

Advocates like Kelsey and Alexandria credit Medicaid for their recovery, particularly for access to mental health support.

The cuts are tied to Republican efforts to reduce government spending and extend the 2017 tax cuts.

Local leaders and advocates are urging the public to speak out and contact their representatives.

Opioid crisis could be threatened by Medicaid funding cuts