Dear Friend,

Yesterday, I signed an executive directive to make sure Michigan is ready to respond to Republican-proposed cuts to Medicaid.

Medicaid covers 2.6 million people statewide including:

• 1 million kids
• 170,000 seniors
• 300,000 people with disabilities

Thanks to Medicaid, survivors of breast cancer can afford annual mammograms, more families than ever can get dental care or visit a primary care physician, and parents can focus on getting their sick kid to the ER instead of worrying about the bill. 

In short, Medicaid saves lives and lowers costs.

Clip from Gov. Whitmer's conversation with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell

Right now, Republicans in DC are trying to terminate access to health care by slashing $880 billion from Medicaid, so they can deliver a $4 trillion tax cut, primarily for the rich. If this goes into effect, the cost of health care will go up for every single American. Here in Michigan, up to 750,000 people could lose access to health care. The cuts will hit even harder in small towns and rural Michigan where 37% of residents are covered by Medicaid.

That's why I'm proud to support access to Medicaid in our state by signing an executive directive. We are sending a clear message to anyone trying to trade your health care for someone else’s tax cut: Medicaid is not for sale. 

I’ll keep fighting to lower the cost of health care and support your access to critical programs like Medicaid. Because here in Michigan, getting sick shouldn't mean going broke.

Let's get it done.

Sincerely,

Gretchen Whitmer

Governor

Medicaid Executive Directive

It’s important Michigan is prepared to fight the proposed Medicaid cuts with facts.

That’s why yesterday, I signed an executive order supporting health care access for Michigan families. It orders the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to review the proposed federal cuts to Medicaid and prepare a report identifying the specific impact the cuts will have on people’s health and their access to care.

Here in Michigan, we are committed to protecting and expanding Michiganders’ access to health care and lowering costs.

Please see below how you can make your voice heard against cuts to Medicaid and what we’re doing in Michigan to protect your health care.

Fighting to Protect Health Care Here in Michigan

Here in Michigan, I won’t stop fighting to lower the cost of health care and expand access to quality, affordable care.

Here’s what we’re doing to expand access to health care in Michigan:

• When I was in the Michigan Legislature, I worked across the aisle to establish the bipartisan Healthy Michigan Plan, Michigan’s expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act that now covers hundreds of thousands of people.
• As governor, I signed bipartisan legislation enshrining cost-saving provisions of the Affordable Care Act into state law, including requirements for preventative care, protections for preexisting conditions, and allowing children to stay on their parents’ plans until they turn 26.
• I signed bipartisan legislation requiring insurance providers to offer equal coverage for mental health and substance use disorder treatments.

Here’s what we’re doing to lower the cost of quality health care in Michigan:

• Everyone agrees there is waste in government that should be cut. With our partners at MDHHS, we are addressing these problems in Michigan’s Medicaid system without reckless cuts.
• In my 2025 State of the State Address, I committed to working across the aisle to reduce medical debt so being sick or getting hurt doesn’t also mean being broke.
• We zeroed out premiums for MIChild, insurance for children in poverty.

Stay Informed, Make Your Voice Heard

Michiganders are still encouraged to apply for Medicaid if they are eligible or to submit a renewal application to ensure they have access to health care coverage.

• Use MI Bridges to apply for Medicaid, check your eligibility status, and manage your account.
• Check your account for any changes and contact the MDHHS Beneficiary Help Line if you have any concerns.
  • 1-800-642-3195
  • [email protected]

If you are concerned about how President Trump and Republicans’ proposed Medicaid cuts could hurt you and your family, it’s important to contact the White House, your U.S. Senators, and your U.S. Congressperson.

• White House Comments line – (202) 456-1111
• White House Switchboard – (202) 456-1414
• Senator Gary Peters – You may contact Senator Peters’ office by calling 313-226-6020 or by visiting his website at peters.senate.gov.
• Senator Elissa Slotkin – You may contact Senator Slotkin's office by calling 202-224-4822 or by visiting her website at slotkin.senate.gov.
• House of Representatives – You may contact your U.S. Representative by calling the U.S. House switchboard at 202-224-3121 or by visiting the U.S. House website at house.gov.

You may also contact my office and make your voice heard at Michigan.gov/Whitmer, call 517-335-7858, or click on the button below.