The governor has published a large list of his Medicaid Expansion supporters. Polls show that over 60% of Alaskans support the idea. It looks like the legislature, if it wants to stop this effort will have to conjure up its own negotiating power.
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“I’m encouraged by the overwhelmingly positive feedback we’ve received on Medicaid reform and expansion,” Governor Walker said. “It’s clear that Alaskans think this is the right thing to do for our state. I am also grateful for the dozens of Alaskans who took time on their Saturday to testify in support of this bill.”
“Groups like the Alaska Chamber, the Mat-Su Borough Assembly, Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly, and Catholic Social Services have all said Medicaid reform and expansion are good for our state,” Governor Walker said. “With more and more letters coming in each day, I’m confident the Legislature will recognize the social and financial benefits of Medicaid reform and expansion in Alaska.”
See Governor’s Press Release
