As Congress pushes forward with proposed Medicaid work requirements in the latest funding bill, debates intensify around the potential impact on millions of Americans. Critics argue that such mandates could strip health insurance from those too sick to work, while supporters claim they are a necessary step to reduce dependency. Past attempts, particularly in states like Georgia, reveal troubling outcomes, with many losing coverage despite facing barriers to employment. The Congressional Budget Office has indicated that these reforms are not expected to harm vulnerable populations, but many advocates, including health officials from Minnesota and other states, caution against the unintended consequences. Senators and representatives express diverging views, with some framing the requirements as a moral obligation to work. As discussions continue, questions remain about the real effects of these changes on Medicaid recipients, especially for those battling mental health or substance use disorders.