Politics & Government
Healey Announces $375 Million In Massachusetts Budget Cuts
The spending cuts outlined Monday can be made unilaterally by the governor and don't need the approval of state lawmakers.
January 9, 2024
BOSTON — Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced $375 million in budget cuts for the current fiscal year Monday as the administration seeks to close an expected $1 billion shortfall with monthly revenues coming in at a slower pace than expected.
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The biggest cut will be to MassHealth, the state's Medicaid program, but it won't impact anyone's eligibility to apply to the health insurance system.
The rest of the anticipated $1 billion shortfall will be covered by $625 million in what administration officials describe as opportunities to increase revenue without the need for tax increases.
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