Here you’ll find facts, tools, and real experiences from people with Medicaid insurance, health care workers, leaders, policymakers, and advocates. Learn how you can help protect and improve Medicaid in communities across the U.S.
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Medicaid is a health insurance program run by both the federal government and each state. It helps mainly low-income people and families get medical care. The federal government pays at least half of state Medicaid costs, and sometimes more for states that expanded Medicaid eligibility. Learn more at What is Medicaid?
Medicaid mainly serves children, pregnant people, parents/ caregivers, seniors (65+), and people with disabilities who meet certain income criteria. In some states, it covers some adults without children.
By law, Medicaid pays for basic services, like doctor visits, hospital care, preventive services, and prescriptions. Many states also cover dental, vision, physical therapy, long term care, and non-emergency medical transportation. Children receive comprehensive benefits.
You can apply for Medicaid at HealthCare.gov or find your state’s specific agency at Medicaid.gov. You can submit your application online, by phone, by mail, or in person.
(The 2025 OBBBA Law)
A new federal budget law called the “One Big Beautiful Bill” act will change how people keep Medicaid. Starting January 1, 2027, some adults in certain states will need to renew coverage every 6 months. Many adults will also have to show they work or do approved activities for about 80 hours a month (about 20 hours a week), or prove they are exempt. If people don’t meet these rules, they risk losing coverage.
Click on a state in the map below to learn more.
We’re taking Voices for Medicaid on the road. Below are our planned stops —join us if you can and win free prizes!
Our first stops are taking place May 8th at two locations in Washington, D.C.:
May 8, 2026
3912 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20011
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Our summer 2026 stops will be in Houston, TX and Birmingham, AL. Sign up here to get updates about these and our upcoming fall 2026 stops!
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