TheVoiceOfJoyce KFF’s position paper on the implementation of Medicaid with the new work rules. Though the rules don’t apply till 1/27, many states strapped for Medicaid funding are implementing the work rules now. See your States position on Medicaid, immigrants getting off Medicaid, how do needs for SNAP, mental health or rural health impact your State’s disbursement of MEDICAID. Note: there are hardship exemptions for work if you’re frail or live in a high unemployment region.

May 29, 2026

KFF position paper of Medicaid, easy to follow criteria for enrollment and eligibility for deferment. Work requirements are not effective till 1/27, though Nebraska is implementing them now.

Become a paid subscriber and keep up with the news. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce KFF’s position paper on the implementation of Medicaid with the new work rules. Though the rules don’t apply till 1/27, many states strapped for Medicaid funding are implementing the work rules now. See your States position on Medicaid, immigrants getting off Medicaid, how do needs for SNAP, mental health or rural health impact your State’s disbursement of MEDICAID. Note: there are hardship exemptions for work if you’re frail or live in a high unemployment region.

TheVoiceOfJoyce There’s always rural news to report on the NashVillager. They’ve closed 14 rural hospitals in the Tennessee area since 2010. The region has lost 150. These rural hospitals serve vital local communities and had subsidies available for maintenance. What happened? Are you experiencing a loss of a vital hospital in your region? What will it take to bring them back? For other news on the new tick affecting livestock or listening to LaMar Alexander discuss his new memoir, tune into WNXP.

May 29, 2026

If you live in a medium sized city, you may have Nashville’s problems. They’re wondering how to reopen their rural hospitals, will they get a return on their Super Bowl Stadium investment and more! Check out their newsletter, podcast or WNXP their radio station.

Keep up with the news and use Venmo to be a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce There’s always rural news to report on the NashVillager. They’ve closed 14 rural hospitals in the Tennessee area since 2010. The region has lost 150. These rural hospitals serve vital local communities and had subsidies available for maintenance. What happened? Are you experiencing a loss of a vital hospital in your region? What will it take to bring them back? For other news on the new tick affecting livestock or listening to LaMar Alexander discuss his new memoir, tune into WNXP.

TheVoiceOfJoyce What will it take to put guardrails around President Trump and prevent him from using $Trillions of the people’s money illegally? When irritated , Trump bends his judiciary to activate frivolous lawsuits. The first one is against E. Jean Carrol and that’s been thrown out of courts. Rather than pay, Trump is taking it to the Supreme Court. Next, Trump gave, via Pentagon funding $660 Billion to Vulcan, a magnet co, run by his son and Peter Navarro. After minimal deliberation, independent justices, have decided, the $1.776 slush fund for 2020 election deniers, is illegal. Will Trump stop raping the American People? I think we’d rather have reinstatement of our Medical Coverage, SNAP benefits, free lunches for school kids, than money for his vindictive schemes. You don’t have to search for reasons to vote Trump’s candidates out of office. We have a $Trillions.

May 29, 2026

Frivolous lawsuits, cage fighting on the front lawn of the White House, insider deals for cronies and family, illegal slush funds, for election deniers in the Billions, characterize Trump’s penchant for eschewing the Law and accountability.

For more news, use Venmo and become a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce What will it take to put guardrails around President Trump and prevent him from using $Trillions of the people’s money illegally? When irritated , Trump bends his judiciary to activate frivolous lawsuits. The first one is against E. Jean Carrol and that’s been thrown out of courts. Rather than pay, Trump is taking it to the Supreme Court. Next, Trump gave, via Pentagon funding $660 Billion to Vulcan, a magnet co, run by his son and Peter Navarro. After minimal deliberation, independent justices, have decided, the $1.776 slush fund for 2020 election deniers, is illegal. Will Trump stop raping the American People? I think we’d rather have reinstatement of our Medical Coverage, SNAP benefits, free lunches for school kids, than money for his vindictive schemes. You don’t have to search for reasons to vote Trump’s candidates out of office. We have a $Trillions.

TheVoiceOfJoyce TheKFF Morning Edition the news provided centers on women’s health. The abortion drugs are seeking clearance for mailing nationwide to prevent women’s deaths. These drugs have a proven track record of use and deserve over the counter availability. In other news, work requirements for Medicaid, though a non issue, will keep thousands off Medicaid in every state. One reason to vote in every election, immediately after the Midterms, insurance subsidies will not be allocated. This makes me angry, when I know the Fossil Fuel industry is still getting $600 Billion- $1 Trillion in subsidies, plus windfall profits during the Iran “crisis “?

May 28, 2026

KFF the latest info on Mifepristone release, Medicaid work rules, SNAP benefits and hantavirus infections.

Stay informed, become a paid Subscriber with Venmo … More TheVoiceOfJoyce TheKFF Morning Edition the news provided centers on women’s health. The abortion drugs are seeking clearance for mailing nationwide to prevent women’s deaths. These drugs have a proven track record of use and deserve over the counter availability. In other news, work requirements for Medicaid, though a non issue, will keep thousands off Medicaid in every state. One reason to vote in every election, immediately after the Midterms, insurance subsidies will not be allocated. This makes me angry, when I know the Fossil Fuel industry is still getting $600 Billion- $1 Trillion in subsidies, plus windfall profits during the Iran “crisis “?

TheVoiceOfJoyce The MAGA Republican Party is tracking like it’s 1854 and they’re about to lose both houses of Congress and the state of Texas for unpopular policies. No one wants Ken Paxton to win; Paxton has too much baggage and indictments. 🤞James Talarico has a chance and state wide perhaps folks are fed up with Trump’s corruption and higher prices everywhere. We’ll see. There was a dramatic change in 1854 and 2026 may be the next political change inflection bringing good policy and concern for all people back to Texas.

May 28, 2026

With a lot of MAGA money Paxton won the GOP primary! Not sure with all his baggage, especially calling out Tylenol use during pregnancy, he’s going to win against James Talerico! The GOPis undergoing transition, similar to 1854.

Become a paid Subscriber and keep up with the News. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The MAGA Republican Party is tracking like it’s 1854 and they’re about to lose both houses of Congress and the state of Texas for unpopular policies. No one wants Ken Paxton to win; Paxton has too much baggage and indictments. 🤞James Talarico has a chance and state wide perhaps folks are fed up with Trump’s corruption and higher prices everywhere. We’ll see. There was a dramatic change in 1854 and 2026 may be the next political change inflection bringing good policy and concern for all people back to Texas.

TheVoiceOfJoyce For a rural newsletter, the NashVillager covers a lot of topics. Wellness conferences, executions and method feasibility, they’re suing Publix for contributing to the Opioid Crisis and so much more . Nashville citizens are involved.

May 28, 2026

The NashVillager covers the execution, the OpioidCrisis vs Publix, Wellness Conference and the Mayor’sBudget.

Keep up with the news become a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce For a rural newsletter, the NashVillager covers a lot of topics. Wellness conferences, executions and method feasibility, they’re suing Publix for contributing to the Opioid Crisis and so much more . Nashville citizens are involved.

TheVoiceOfJoyce ICE & DHS are out of control. They’re using billions of taxpayers money to fund contractors building inadequate facilities, housing immigrants complying with procedures. They’re not providing healthcare, education or decent food to people , who now have little chance to have their case heard. Why are we inhumane? Why are we pepper spraying the NJ Governor and Andy Kim? What are the facilities hiding? Is fending off oversight legal? Do we have a need for these detention centers when Immigrants were complying with the Law?

May 27, 2026

CoreCivic and Geo are making billions while providing inadequate,dirty , lacking services facilities, for immigrants who obeyed the Law. Why are they detained?

Become a paid Subscriber. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce ICE & DHS are out of control. They’re using billions of taxpayers money to fund contractors building inadequate facilities, housing immigrants complying with procedures. They’re not providing healthcare, education or decent food to people , who now have little chance to have their case heard. Why are we inhumane? Why are we pepper spraying the NJ Governor and Andy Kim? What are the facilities hiding? Is fending off oversight legal? Do we have a need for these detention centers when Immigrants were complying with the Law?

TheVoiceOfJoyce In honor of Memorial Day, USA Facts looked at how many soldiers died in our wars from 1775-1991, 1.2 million lives lost. The rate of employment is decreasing and there are very few empty homes on the Market. We could power our way through deficits by building the 5 million housing units we need.

May 27, 2026

USA FACTS provides accurate data: today there are more unemployed , we are not creating jobs and there are vacant houses in Maine and Vermont.

Get access to the latest information. Be an informed citizen. Subscribe via Venmo to my Social Media account. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce In honor of Memorial Day, USA Facts looked at how many soldiers died in our wars from 1775-1991, 1.2 million lives lost. The rate of employment is decreasing and there are very few empty homes on the Market. We could power our way through deficits by building the 5 million housing units we need.

TheVoiceOfJoyce California has collected enough signatures to include a 5% wealth tax for Billionaires on the November Ballot. This is a beginning. There should be a progressive tax on all income from $500 up . States might consider making the wealthy pay FICA based on total compensation, thereby contributing to society’s safety net, like the rest of us.

May 27, 2026

California has 250 Billionaires and they control politics without contributing 1 cent towards taxation This will change in November when a wealth tax is on the ballot.

Support my media content be a paid Subscriber with Venmo. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce California has collected enough signatures to include a 5% wealth tax for Billionaires on the November Ballot. This is a beginning. There should be a progressive tax on all income from $500 up . States might consider making the wealthy pay FICA based on total compensation, thereby contributing to society’s safety net, like the rest of us.

TheVoiceOfJoyce If you don’t have a newsletter and podcast in your town, ask the NashVillager how to set one up. They’re linking up with other Southern regions to under Signal animals & our changing environment. They’re noting Tennessee is last in solar, wind and geothermal energy, while 33 states utilize 10% of renewables. They’re thinking state park “road trips”, to save money. My fondest memories were road trips to every fort, park and monument across the Eastern Sea Coast. Try it, it’s a great way to learn history and be a family, detached from digital devices. There’s more, read on, as Nashville considers their options to alter the City’s budget.

May 26, 2026

The NashVillager keeps expanding and gets folks involved with their city and states budget plans. They discuss Signal Animals and are coordinating with other Southern regions to understand animal changes to weather! There’s a lot to learn and share.

Become a paid Subscriber and learn about our World. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce If you don’t have a newsletter and podcast in your town, ask the NashVillager how to set one up. They’re linking up with other Southern regions to under Signal animals & our changing environment. They’re noting Tennessee is last in solar, wind and geothermal energy, while 33 states utilize 10% of renewables. They’re thinking state park “road trips”, to save money. My fondest memories were road trips to every fort, park and monument across the Eastern Sea Coast. Try it, it’s a great way to learn history and be a family, detached from digital devices. There’s more, read on, as Nashville considers their options to alter the City’s budget.