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Nursing home advocates wanted lawmakers to override a McKee veto. Here's why that won't happen.

The article from MSN discusses the situation surrounding a veto by Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee of a bill that would have increased Medicaid reimbursement rates for nursing homes. Advocates for nursing homes had hoped that the state legislature would override this veto, but due to the timing and procedural rules, this was not possible. The veto occurred during the last week of the legislative session, and according to Rhode Island's legislative rules, a veto can only be overridden in the session following the one in which the bill was passed. This means the earliest opportunity for an override would be in January 2025. The article highlights the frustration of nursing home advocates who argue that the current Medicaid rates are insufficient, leading to financial strain on facilities, potential closures, and reduced care quality. Despite the urgency expressed by advocates, the legislative process and timing constraints have effectively delayed any immediate action on the vetoed bill.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/nursing-home-advocates-wanted-lawmakers-to-override-a-mckee-veto-here-s-why-that-won-t-happen/ar-AA1x7Wi8 ]