Florida Medicaid Expansion Advocacy

SOURCE npr.org
J.J. Holmes, a disability rights activist, advocates for Florida to expand Medicaid to help his mother, Alison, who is stuck in a health insurance coverage gap. Despite efforts from advocates, Florida lawmakers have not expanded Medicaid, leaving many low-income individuals without coverage.

Key Points

  • J.J. Holmes, a disability rights activist, advocates for Florida to expand Medicaid to help his mother, Alison Holmes.
  • Alison Holmes is stuck in a health insurance coverage gap due to Florida not expanding Medicaid.
  • Advocates are pushing for a proposed state constitutional amendment to expand Medicaid eligibility in Florida.

Pros

  • Expanding Medicaid would provide coverage to low-income individuals like Alison Holmes who fall into the coverage gap.
  • Advocates believe Medicaid expansion in Florida is crucial for improving healthcare access for many residents.
  • J.J. Holmes, a disability rights activist, supports Medicaid expansion to ensure his mother and others in similar situations receive necessary healthcare.

Cons

  • Florida lawmakers have not expanded Medicaid despite advocacy efforts, leaving many individuals without coverage.
  • The cost of Medicaid expansion in Florida is a point of contention, with varying estimates on whether it would be a major cost or a significant savings.