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CPPP Urges Comments on Medicaid Citizenship Rules

  

Author:
Anne Dunkelberg /(512) 320-0222 x 102

August 1, 2006

CPPP Urges Comments on Medicaid Citizenship Rules >>  
CPPP Comments on Medicaid Citizenship Rules >>  

Until August 11, the federal government is accepting comments from organizations and individuals concerned about a new rule that requires U.S. citizens who apply for or receive Medicaid prove their citizenship and identity. This rule threatens to block or delay access to health care for many Texas citizens, including pregnant women and children in foster care. CPPP encourages you to submit your comments by following the attached form. Our comments are attached.