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Yesterday, the Senate convened in Richmond but there was no vote on the proposed budget compromise which would expand the states Medicaid program to nearly 400,00 Virginians. Senate Republican leaders used a procedural motion to delay budget consideration by the Senate Finance Committee for another week.
Because of this, the Senate Finance Committee will meet Tuesday (5/29) at noon to adopt a budget proposal, which will then move to the full Senate for consideration. It is unclear if the committee's proposed budget will include expansion. If it does not, expansion will likely be added as an amendment so the full Senate can consider it. For more details: Deliberations to Extend into Next Week
Action Item
Senate members need to continue to hear from their constituents about the importance of health care coverage for Virginians. Even if you called yesterday, please continue to call your state Senator and let them know that you support Medicaid expansion and a well resourced budget that allows our state to invest in vital services for the future.
