Trump administration delays Medicaid work requirements by six months

The Trump administration announced a six‑month delay in enforcing Medicaid work requirements originally set for Jan. 1, giving states an optional “hold harmless” transition period through June 30. The pause addresses concerns that many states were unprepared, potentially leaving millions without health coverage if the rules had taken effect. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cited the need to modernize systems and streamline applicant processes.