Poster
03-04-2004, 11:08 AM
The state of Mississippi wants to implement a new program that would cover medical expenses not included in Medicare. But critics say the plan won’t do enough to help seniors and low income families get by. The legislation also eliminates the benefits for 65,000 people.
“Barbour said his proposal will save the state at least $130 million to help cover a projected shortfall in Medicaid.”
“We're here to tell our leaders they should be responsive to their constituents. They should not put this burden on the backs of the most vulnerable and sick people in the state. We're here to call on the Legislature not to shortchange Medicaid or CHIP."
To read more go to: http://www.clarionledger.com/news/0403/04/m01.html
“Barbour said his proposal will save the state at least $130 million to help cover a projected shortfall in Medicaid.”
“We're here to tell our leaders they should be responsive to their constituents. They should not put this burden on the backs of the most vulnerable and sick people in the state. We're here to call on the Legislature not to shortchange Medicaid or CHIP."
To read more go to: http://www.clarionledger.com/news/0403/04/m01.html