Texas hospitals spent $121 million on undocumented migrants in one month, state says
- Texas taxpayers spent nearly $122 million in November on healthcare for undocumented migrants, according to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission .
- In that month, hospitals recorded over 31,000 instances of non-citizens using emergency and inpatient services.
- Governor Greg Abbott stated, 'Texans should NOT have to foot the bill for illegal immigrants' healthcare,' when signing an executive order for reporting requirements.
- If healthcare costs for illegal migrants continue at this rate, Texas could face nearly $1.46 billion in annual expenses for their treatment, according to HHSC.
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Texas taxpayers are facing a staggering new cost, as the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) reported nearly $122 million spent on healthcare for illegal migrants in November alone. This figure, based on new mandatory reporting, suggests the true cost could be even higher due to underreporting. In November, hospitals in Texas recorded over 31,000 instances of non-citizens utilizing emergency and inpatient services. The new reportin…
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