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Published in Politics and Government on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 20:41 GMT by Charlotte Observer   Print publication without navigation

  • Rep. Mark Pless' problems with the bill had nothing to do with its restructuring of power in state government. How he was reassured after originally voting "no."

The article from The Charlotte Observer discusses the ongoing debate over the expansion of Medicaid in North Carolina, which has been a contentious issue for years. Despite a bipartisan agreement reached in March between the Republican-led General Assembly and Democratic Governor Roy Cooper, the expansion has not yet been implemented. The agreement included not only Medicaid expansion but also the passage of several health-related bills. However, disagreements persist, particularly around the timing and conditions of the expansion. Governor Cooper has expressed frustration over the delays, urging the legislature to act swiftly to provide health coverage to approximately 600,000 low-income adults. Meanwhile, some Republican legislators are pushing for further negotiations, potentially linking Medicaid expansion to other policy changes like certificate-of-need reforms. This situation reflects broader national debates on healthcare policy, with implications for both state and federal politics.

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