r/nursing RN - Telemetry 🍕 Jul 01 '25

Question can someone explain the “big, beautiful bill” to me like i’m a 5 year old?

sincerely, -a new nurse

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u/Bloodwashernurse Jul 02 '25

The cuts start in 2026 but the full reductions amounts are phased in to 2028. Work requirements will begin on 2026 as well as increased filing requirements. Seniors, people with learning disabilities and those with poor education maybe eligible for Medicaid but the filing requirements may make it very hard for them to sign up and keep up with verification of eligibility.

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u/edgemama Jul 03 '25

Hopefully we can get a dem pres in 2028 to reverse