Colorado residents fear Medicaid cuts as lawmakers convene for a special session

DENVER — As Colorado lawmakers prepare to gather for a special session this week, residents of a Denver assisted living facility say looming Medicaid cuts could leave them homeless and without care.

Governor Jared Polis (D) called the special session earlier this month, asking legislators to address a nearly billion-dollar shortfall in the state’s budget. Among the priorities is Medicaid funding, which faces deep cuts tied to federal changes.

At Dayspring Villa Assisted Living, residents say the uncertainty has left them anxious and afraid…

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