Maine wildlife refuges will be hurt by federal cuts and chaos
- Peter Hadler, deputy commissioner of the Department of Social Services, explained that federal budget changes could lead to significant cuts in health care services and aid, affecting thousands in Connecticut.
- Connecticut could face a $250 million penalty for providing care to undocumented residents under proposed federal budget changes.
- Changes to Medicaid could affect up to 100,000 people relying on Husky Part D, causing administrative burdens.
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DSS Official: Federal Cuts Mean Increased Costs, Decreased Medical Service For State
HARTFORD, CT — The Medical Assistance Program Oversight Council (MAPOC) heard details of a future of increased costs for the state and decreased health care services for residents without major changes to the federal budget currently being negotiated in Washington.


Maroon Bells lack water, electricity, and toilets due to budget cuts, staff shortages
The Maroon Bells Scenic Area is short on staff and amenities following funding cuts from the federal government. As a direct result of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency cuts, the U.S. Forest Service didn’t hire any seasonal workers for the summer, according to Peggy Jo Trish, who managed the Maroon Bells Scenic Area for 10 years and worked at the area for 28. She retired in January 2022. “It’s huge for day-to-day,”…
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