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Jim Baird: I rise today to highlight how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will strengthen and protect Medicaid for those who need it…

On the recordJuly 23, 2025
I rise today to highlight how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will strengthen and protect Medicaid for those who need it the most. This legislation focuses on eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse that have historically plagued this system, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively. Contrary to the misinformation spreading, there are roughly 1.4 million illegal immigrants who are receiving Medicaid, crowding out benefits meant for American citizens. What is more, this bill invests billions of dollars in long-term care for seniors and people with disabilities by establishing a new pathway for States to offer community-based services. This will help preserve Medicaid for the most vulnerable populations who rely on it: pregnant mothers, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities and low-income families.
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Jim Baird
Republican · Missouri

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Discussing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its impact on Medicaid.

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