Governor Jared Polis has raised concerns about the unsustainable growth of Medicaid spending in Colorado, prompting him to propose significant budget measures aimed at curbing costs. In his latest budget proposal for 2026-27, he suggests privatizing Pinnacol Assurance, a move intended to free up $400 million needed to balance the budget while also addressing the projected deficit. Polis aims to implement limits on certain Medicaid services and direct additional funds towards education and public safety. However, his recent decision to cancel an unpublicized meeting with the Joint Budget Committee has sparked questions about the transparency of his fiscal planning.