With the expansion of Medicaid in 2019, more Idahoans gained coverage for health services. The economic effects of COVID-19 – particularly unemployment – mean that Medicaid enrollment and spending will rise. Falling revenue in the next budget year, however, means policymakers are considering cuts to state programs including Medicaid. State Medicaid spending is used to draw down considerable federal dollars that impact patients and health providers in the state.
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Private School Tax Credit Vouchers Lead to Decreased Public-School Investment
- Idahoans pride themselves on being fiscally responsible and committed to developing a strong and sustainable economy. Ensuring that state tax dollars are being used
