New work requirements could harm patients needing medical care

By: Jack Hensold

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: June 23, 2026

Words: 791

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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As a physician who has cared for cancer patients for nearly 40 years — the past 22 years in Montana — I want to raise concern regarding the impact of House Resolution 1 (often called the “big beautiful bill”) on the health of Montanans. While this reflects my experience caring for cancer patients, the implications are generalizable across healthcare.

On July 1 in Montana, strict work and community engagement requirements will go into effect …

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