Gov. Shapiro Slams Budget Bill for Medicaid and SNAP Cuts Affecting Pennsylvanians

Impact of the "Big Beautiful Bill"

• 💔 Governor Shapiro expresses heartbreak over the federal government's "Big Beautiful Bill" which he states has negatively impacted Pennsylvanians.
• 📉 The bill is described as a "dangerous law" that rips away a "good chunk" of access to healthcare, food, job opportunities, and education.

Specific Cuts and Affected Individuals

• 🏥 9,762 people in York County are directly affected by the Medicaid cuts.
• 🍎 Cuts to SNAP (food stamps) are also highlighted as a significant negative consequence.

Criticism of the Bill's Timing and Intent

• 🗳️ Shapiro views the bill's timing, with cuts not taking effect until after next year's election, as a "cynical attempt" to make people forget the votes of those who supported it.
• 🗣️ He pledges to continue informing Pennsylvanians about who is responsible for these cuts.

Call for Reconsideration

• 🏛️ The Governor urges representatives to "wake up" to the negative impacts on the commonwealth and reconsider their actions.
• 🔄 He hopes they will reverse this policy and support Pennsylvanians who he feels "got screwed."