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Thousands of non-citizens are losing WA's Apple Health. What's next?

July 27, 2026·14 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Changes to Medicaid from Congress’ “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act are continuing to trickle down to people in Washington. Local officials are working to notify certain non-citizens who will soon be ineligible for this health program and set them up with other supports.  We’ll hear more from Public Health Seattle-King County’s Daphne Pie. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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