North Carolina Governor Stein Convenes Special Legislative Session to Address Urgent Medicaid Funding Crisis

North Carolina Governor Convenes Special Session on Medicaid Crisis

Governor Josh Stein has called a special session of the North Carolina General Assembly to address an urgent shortfall in Medicaid funding that impacts approximately three million residents across the state. The session is scheduled to reconvene on November 17, 2025.

According to the Governor’s Office, the decision follows multiple failed attempts by legislators to pass a proposal ensuring complete financial support for Medicaid, which resulted in funding cuts beginning October 1. These reductions have raised deep concern among healthcare advocates and beneficiaries alike.

Personal Accounts Highlight the Impact

“If I don’t have my DSPs, I am at risk of going to the hospital, where I can’t work or study.”

This statement came from disability advocate Demi Eckhoff, who emphasized the critical role of Medicaid-funded support staff in maintaining her independence and ability to work.

Call for Cooperation

“NC Medicaid is a critical driver in the health of North Carolinians, and we all agree it needs to be fully funded. Let's come together and get it done.”

NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai urged unified action, stressing the shared responsibility to sustain health services for all residents.

Governor’s Office Statement

The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring consistent funding for the Medicaid program, expressing that the special session aims to restore financial stability and prevent further disruption in essential health services.

Author’s summary: Governor Josh Stein has convened a November session urging lawmakers to back full Medicaid funding, following prior cuts that jeopardized care for millions of North Carolinians.

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