Impact of Legislation on Healthcare Spending for Illegal Migrants in Florida

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Florida's healthcare spending on illegal migrants has been significantly reduced by almost half due to legislation that requires hospitals to track unpaid care given to illegal migrants. The law has led to a 54% drop in Medicaid spending since its implementation, but has faced criticism from advocates for illegals and some Republicans.

Key Points

  • Senate Bill 1718 signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis led to reduced healthcare spending on illegal migrants
  • Law requires hospitals to track unpaid care given to illegal migrants
  • 54% drop in Medicaid spending since law's implementation
  • Criticism from advocates for illegals and some Republicans

Pros

  • Significant reduction in healthcare spending on illegal migrants
  • 54% drop in Medicaid spending since law took effect

Cons

  • Criticism from advocates for illegals
  • Some Republicans find the law problematic