Democrats again pitch for BadgerCare ‘public option’ to expand health coverage

By: Erik Gunn

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 1,130

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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With rising costs for health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act, Democrats in the Legislature are proposing another tactic to help more people afford health coverage.

Rep. Tara Johnson (D-Town of Shelby) announced legislation Tuesday that would enable members of the public buy into the state’s BadgerCare Plus health insurance plan.

BadgerCare Plus is Wisconsin’s name for Medicaid and is available to families and individuals with household incomes up to the federal poverty guideline …

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