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STAT+: States sue Trump administration again to delay Medicaid work requirements

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Briefings

Four states including Oregon filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, arguing that federal work requirements for Medicaid recipients would cause irreparable harm. The suit challenges the administration's authority to mandate these changes, which were set to take effect before the Jan. 1 deadline in 2025. The case highlights ongoing legal battles over Medicaid implementation.

Key points

• Four states including Oregon filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's Medicaid work requirements.
• The lawsuit alleges irreparable harm to sovereign, fiscal, and public health interests.

Context

The Trump administration faces another lawsuit over Medicaid changes less than a week after a federal judge ruled implementation would cause irreparable harm. The Jan. 1 deadline in 2025 requires Medicaid recipients to work, volunteer, or attend school for 80 hours monthly.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the initial lawsuit filing and the specific legal arguments against the work requirements. No data on state compliance rates, financial impacts, or outcomes of the litigation is provided.

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