June 20, 2025 - The Senate Finance Committee finalized its budget reconciliation bill, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," on June 16, sparking negotiations with the House to align both versions. The Senate bill proposes deeper Medicaid cuts than the House version, intensifying divisions among Senate officials.
With 6.6 million senior households receiving SNAP and more than half of Medicaid benefits going to older adults and people with disabilities, any cuts to Medicaid and SNAP will undoubtedly harm the most vulnerable older adults that rely on these services
Doubts remain over Congress meeting the July 4 deadline due to a lack of consensus and violations of Senate reconciliation rules. Notably, the Social Services Block Grant program, vital to Meals on Wheels, remains untouched in both versions. It is essential that your voice is heard by contacting your elected officials today. To learn more, click here!