The Westchester Brief | 07.16.26: Albany's $1B Medicaid Cut

Send us Fan MailAlbany's state budget could keep a billion dollars that has traditionally flowed back to New York counties through a Medicaid pass-through arrangement, money Westchester's own budget was never built to lose. This episode breaks down Governor Kathy Hochul's proposal, Albany County's unanimous proclamation against it, and what it means for a Westchester budget that already closed a $197,700,000 gap this year through 8% department cuts and roughly 180 eliminated positions.In This Episode:(0:00) Albany's proposed Medicaid pass-through cut and what a $1,000,000,000 statewide hit could mean for Westchester(3:30) What's Happening: County Executive Ken Jenkins signs a new apprenticeship law for big county construction contractsSources:Albany County, NY, County News release, July 2026Westchester County Government, 2026 budget signing releaseNYS Focus, "No Solution to Health Coverage Cliff in Delayed State Budget," May 28, 2026If this episode helped you understand your county a little better this week, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts, or share it with a neighbor who lives here too.Support the showI Live Here Westchester is a production of I Live Here Media.We spotlight the voices, visionaries, and stories that make Westchester County more than just a place to live—it’s a place to belong.Have a guest suggestion or want to partner with us?Email: [email protected]: www.iliveheremedia.comFollow us on Instagram: @iliveheremediaSubscribe, rate, and share to support local storytelling.