On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as amended by the Senate earlier last week. President Trump signed the bill into law on July 4, 2025.
Throughout this year, the Utah Hospital Association has worked closely with Utah’s federal delegation to communicate our members’ concerns. While we support efforts to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in the Medicaid system, we are deeply concerned about the magnitude of the Medicaid cuts included in this legislation.
These cuts will significantly impact the ability of Utah hospitals to deliver high-quality care in our communities and to keep healthcare costs down for patients. We are disappointed that the Senate’s proposed reductions were ultimately signed into law. The result will likely be reduced access to care, higher insurance costs, and increased pressure on Utah’s state budget.
