Westland council member condemns federal tax bill's cuts to Medicaid and health care

During the Westland City Council meeting on July 7, 2025, a poignant discussion emerged regarding the recent devastating flooding in Texas and its broader implications for health care in the community. Council members expressed their condolences for the lives lost and families affected by the unexpected disaster, highlighting the human impact of such tragedies.

However, the conversation quickly shifted to a pressing national issue: the recently passed tax reform omnibus bill. One council member voiced strong concerns about the bill's potential consequences, particularly cuts to Medicaid that could jeopardize health care coverage for many residents in Westland. “There will be residents in Westland... who are potentially at risk of losing their health care,” the council member stated, emphasizing the vulnerability of low to moderate-income families and individuals on fixed incomes.

The council member criticized the bill for favoring permanent tax cuts for the wealthy while only temporarily eliminating taxes on tips, questioning the fairness of such policies. “Health care should be a human right and guaranteed as a universal right,” they asserted, underscoring the belief that access to health care is essential for all.

As the council continues to navigate these significant issues, the potential impact on Westland residents remains a critical concern, with many families facing uncertainty about their health care coverage in the wake of national legislative changes.