Medicaid and Abortion

Medicaid and Abortion

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Medicaid is a joint program of the state and federal governments that provides health care services to qualified low-income people in the United States. These include children, elderly citizens and people who have disabilities. Recipients of Medicaid benefits must pass certain qualifications, which can vary in different states. Every state oversees the Medicaid program for their respective area, while under the regulation of federal law and guidelines. In some states, both the state and federal government shoulder the finances for the program. Access to abortion services can be especially problematic for women who are dependent upon Medicaid. The Hyde Amendment, enacted in 1976, denies federal Medicaid coverage of abortions except in the cases of rape, incest, or life endangerment.