Prior to 2014, most unhoused people were uninsured. The expansion of Medicaid to single adults through the Affordable Care Act has been a vital benefit for people experiencing homelessness and the health care providers who serve them. As Congress considers cuts to Medicaid—including policies that limit eligibility and reduce coverage—it is important to understand the potential impact on unhoused people across the United States. This FAQ illustrates the connection between Medicaid and homelessness, and helps lawmakers more clearly understand the harm these cuts will have on these vulnerable people, their providers, and their communities.
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Medicaid & Health Care Financing, Policy and Advocacy, Policy Issues
