New York Residents Face Uncertainty Over Health Insurance Coverage. In a recent statement, Governor Kathy Hochul revealed that a significant number of state residents - nearly 500,000 people - are at risk of losing their state-backed health insurance due to a federal law passed in the US. The law in question is expected to have a profound impact on those currently enrolled in Medicaid or other state-funded health programs. As Hochul acknowledged, there is currently no agreement on whether New York taxpayers will be responsible for covering the costs of these individuals, leaving many wondering about their future healthcare options.
Hochul acknowledged that there is no agreement on whether New York taxpayers will pick up the tab for nearly 500,000 people set to lose state-backed health insurance because of a federal law passed ...