Dozens gathered outside Rep. Nick Langworthy’s Corning office on May 27 to protest his vote for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The legislation, narrowly passed by House Republicans, includes deep Medicaid cuts and new SNAP work requirements that could leave millions without coverage.
Langworthy claims the bill ensures long-term Medicaid sustainability by enforcing eligibility checks and removing ineligible recipients. But groups like Citizen Action of New York argue it will devastate low-income and disabled communities. Residents shared emotional stories about relying on public health programs for survival.
The bill now heads to the Senate, with no vote date yet announced.
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