Trump administration delays Medicaid penalties until July

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The government said states can wait to remove people from Medicaid. This program helps people who have less money get health care.

States needed more time to prepare for new work rules. It is hard to get staff and technology ready by January 1.

This extra time will help states get ready. Fewer people may lose health care because of problems.

Congress might also think about changing these rules. A court recently said sick people should not have work rules.

This rule says people must work or study many hours each month. Some states began early and many people lost coverage because of paperwork.

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What did the government say states can do with Medicaid removals?

The government said states can wait to remove people from Medicaid.

Why do states need more time for the new work rules?

States need more time because it is hard to get staff and technology ready by January 1.

What may happen if states get extra time?

Fewer people may lose health care because of problems.

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