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States Target Big Companies on Medicaid | Bakersfield News

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States are cracking down on big corporations by publicly naming them if they employ Medicaid recipients, sparking backlash from companies like Walmart and Amazon who argue their workers earn too much to qualify — yet states include part-time and seasonal staff. As federal work requirements loom, millions could lose coverage, exposing the harsh reality for low-wage workers who struggle to access affordable care — even with jobs. New Jersey’s new fines add fuel to the fire, turning employer accountability into a national debate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bf4ccb9148c517e4

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