Letter to the Editor: Wyomingites overwhelmingly support Medicaid expansion

Dear Editor, Senate President Driskill and House Majority Leader Neiman,

Regardless of party or residence, Wyomingites overwhelmingly support Medicaid expansion. We see substantial benefits for rural hospitals, local clinics and health insurance for roughly 20,000 families. Failing to introduce HB80 in the Senate is actually unlawful under Wyoming’s Constitution.

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