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Sen. Raphael Warnock introduced legislation on July 11 to provide a three-year relief plan to cover those in the Medicaid coverage gap under private insurance. (X/Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock)

‘Nothing matters when you can't take care of yourself when sick’: Warnock introduces Medicaid bill

On Thursday, July 11, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock introduced legislation that would temporarily relieve the thousands of Georgians stuck in the Medicaid coverage gap.

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A coalition of advocates call for full Medicaid expansion in Mississippi at a rally at the State Capitol in Jackson, Miss., Wednesday, April 17, 2024. The gathering drew supporters from throughout the state representing religious, social and human service organizations, medical professionals and legislators.

Here's what's holding back Medicaid expansion in Mississippi and other Southern states

More than a million people could get health care if these states would pass laws expanding Medicaid. Most residents want the expansion but entrenched politics stands in the way.

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  • Drew Hawkins