SW Missouri News

Rep. Eric Burlison, a U.S. Congressman representing Missouri's 7th district since 2023, shared his views on Medicaid and related policy issues through a series of tweets. These posts highlight his concerns regarding the expansion and administration of Medicaid under recent policies.

On March 24, 2025, Rep. Burlison stated that "Medicaid was meant to help vulnerable populations like the disabled, pregnant women, and those in poverty." He expressed concern over the expansion of the program under Obamacare to include "able-bodied working-capable adults," which he argues has been exacerbated by President Joe Biden's removal of work requirements, resulting in a 51% increase in Medicaid costs.

In another tweet posted on March 24, 2025, Rep. Burlison highlighted the issue of resource allocation within Medicaid: "Vulnerable Americans like the disabled now compete for Medicaid resources with able-bodied working capable adults whose treatment is reimbursed at higher rates." He also criticized some states for implementing "gimmicks like Medicaid provider taxes," which he described as part of a "full-on Medicaid raid."

Continuing his commentary on March 24, 2025, Rep. Burlison remarked that while "the GOP budget resolution is on the right track to address necessary Medicaid reform," he believes that "the proposed savings are barely a drop in the bucket." His comments suggest skepticism about whether current proposals will effectively tackle what he sees as fundamental issues within the program.