(The Center Square) – Ohioans relying on Medicaid for health care could soon be required to work for their coverage.
As expected, the state recently asked the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for a waiver to reinstate a work requirement for individuals receiving Medicaid expansion benefits.
“As part of our work to empower people reach their full potential, we have a responsibility to make sure as many Ohioans as possible are on a pathway toward financial independence,” Gov. Mike DeWine said. “Reinstating our work requirement will promote self-sufficiency, it will give more people the purpose and pride that comes with a job, and it will improve the well-being of Ohio’s workforce.”…