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Department of Health proposes millions in budget cuts amid deficits

— With Louisiana facing budget deficits in the hundred of millions, legislators looked at ways to save money through health care service reductions.

The Louisiana Department of Health was asked to present the most reasonable programs to cut during the House Committee on Appropriations meeting Friday.

The Pelican State is currently facing projected deficits of $340 million in fiscal 2026, $370 millio…

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