On the recordJanuary 13, 2020
I have championed the Medicaid Reentry Act which would allow states to restart Medicaid benefits for incarcerated individuals 30 days prior to release.
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congress.govI have championed the Medicaid Reentry Act which would allow states to restart Medicaid benefits for incarcerated individuals 30 days prior to release.
Advocating for a bill to support Medicaid for incarcerated individuals to reduce overdose deaths.
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We also need someone to come and somewhere to go when an individual requires greater mental health support.
We have to make sure that there is followup service when someone does reach out and make the call.
I would like to thank the witnesses for joining us and providing your expertise on these important issues.