Gov. Sarah Sanders clarified her positions on various key issues during a recent interview. She discussed plans to eliminate the remaining 1/8th of a cent sales tax on groceries, higher education reforms including firing professors who promote “indoctrination,” and her desire to align higher education with workforce needs. Sanders also expressed openness to an affirmative action bill for colleges and government.
In the health care sector, Sanders is in discussions with lawmakers and stakeholders about potential changes, including exploring waivers like a broad work requirement for able-bodied people on Medicaid. She expressed confidence in the incoming Trump administration’s willingness to work with states on such changes. While she does not plan to terminate Arkansas’ Medicaid expansion program, ARHome, she is focused on maintaining access and care for those in need.
Sanders also emphasized tackling Arkansas’ maternal health issues, planning to introduce legislation to improve the state’s standing. She highlighted the importance of expanding midwife and doula programs and running pilot programs in high-target areas. Additionally, she rejected the idea of providing Medicaid coverage for postpartum mothers for one year after birth, citing existing coverage.
The governor hinted at forthcoming legislation to provide economic officials with more tools to enhance economic development. While details are still being ironed out, Sanders indicated that specific incentives will be included in the upcoming bill. This story was originally published by Talk Business and Politics.
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