New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's administration is facing lawsuits alleging a rigged bidding process for a $9 billion homecare program overhaul. The powerful healthcare union 1199 SEIU is accused of helping secure a contract for Public Partnerships LLC. Critics claim the bidding process was unfair and that thousands of disabled veterans could be affected.
Key Points
Lawsuits allege a rigged bidding process for the homecare program overhaul
Union 1199 SEIU accused of helping secure a contract for Public Partnerships LLC
Critics claim the process was unfair and could lead to disabled veterans being forced into hospitals or nursing homes
Cons
Allegations of a rigged bidding process
Concerns about disabled veterans being affected by the overhaul