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Closing the health care coverage gap would boost Georgia’s economy • Georgia Recorder
Nearly half a million Georgians – small business owners, farmers, veterans, and part-time, hourly, and gig workers – cannot afford private health insurance but earn just above the threshold to qualify for Medicaid.
Closing this coverage gap is not just good health care policy, it is also good economic policy. It helps not just those in need of coverage; it benefits all Georgians. Our state’s business leaders recognize that closing this gap is critical if we want a healthier, more productive workforce and want to ensure the long-term economic vitality of our state.
New research finds that closing the coverage gap would spur more than 51,000 new jobs. New jobs in outpatient and inpatient care, as you might expect, but even more new jobs outside of health care in fields such as construction, retail trade, administrative and support services, and restaurant services. Georgia households would see an average annual increase of nearly $900 in personal income when the coverage gap is closed – a statewide total increase of $3.6 billion in the pockets of Georgians. Georgia’s middle class would grow and strengthen.
The research by Regional Economic Models Inc., commissioned by the Georgia Health Initiative, projects that closing the coverage gap would stimulate significant new consumer spending and new investment in Georgia’s economy. As a result, the state’s economic output would increase by $9.4 billion and our gross domestic product by $5.5 billion in the first three years. And the benefits would extend to every part of our state. Rural Georgians are estimated to receive as much as one-sixth of the state’s total economic benefits – a projected gain of more than 5,600 new jobs and $477 million in additional personal income.
Closing the coverage gap is also critical for our ailing rural hospitals, which provide essential community services. Nine rural Georgia hospitals have closed since 2010, and as many as 18 more are now struggling and in danger of closing or dramatically reducing services. When a rural hospital shuts it doors, county residents are forced to travel hours to access care, and the community loses an important employer.
Closing the coverage gap will provide more reliable reimbursements for rural hospitals, so they can remain financially stable. It will also incentivize more primary care providers and specialty doctors to provide services in rural parts of our state, as many counties don’t have a single doctor who is a pediatrician or obstetrician.
When people lack access to preventative care and treatment for chronic conditions, their health suffers, leading to increased absenteeism and reduced productivity. Without insurance, Georgians delay seeking medical attention until their conditions escalate, resulting in more severe illnesses that require longer absences from work. This not only harms individuals and families but also strains our workplaces and drives up health costs for everyone.
Closing the coverage gap is fiscally responsible. It would bring home $3.6 billion of our federal tax dollars rather than sending them to other states. Washington would pay 90% of the cost of closing the coverage gap plus provide a $550 million bonus for each of two years. State savings in child welfare and law enforcement would also result.
Seventy-six percent of Georgians, including 63% of independents and a majority of Republicans, support closing the coverage gap. Still, at the end of its session in March, the Georgia General Assembly voted to create a commission for further study. We are pleased that the issue remains active but urge legislators to plan now for bold action in the next session, not another report that goes nowhere. The economy of our state demands no less.
National Parks, a vital influence on the American culture have been around since 1872. And while many states in the U.S. benefit from the beauty and attractiveness of the attributes that make a national park a national park, not every state has that honor. There are twenty states that have yet to gain a title, however, it is not due to the lack of personality. Georgia is one such state.
Macon, Georgia is home to a historical park that contains over 17,000 years of historical artifacts. Ocmulgee Mounds is a beautiful grassy piece of land where a variety of Native American cultures have resided for thousands of years. The historic park is known for its cultural history and houses the only spiral staircase mound known to be existing in North America, and has several different nature trails and hikes.
Although the state of Georgia has 11 sites designated by the National Park Service, over 60 parks, and 17 historic sites, an official National Park has been in the works for over 90 years. This week, however, the Peach State took one step closer to having its first national park and preserve. The Ocmulgee Mounds Park and Preserve Establishment Act passed through the U.S. Senate on Tuesday.
Concerning the act, U.S. Rep and cosponsor on the bill, Austin Scott elaborates, “This is a bipartisan initiative that goes all the way back to 1934. The Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act would create a historic opportunity to protect important natural and cultural resources, protect hunting and fishing for generations to come, and bring economic opportunities to middle Georgia through the creation of Georgia’s first national park.”
This initiative has been a long time coming and the state is looking forward to highlighting the hidden cultural and ecological gems they have to offer on a nother level.
“Experts estimate the Ocmulgee River corridor is home to 32 mammal species, 170 species of birds, 26 amphibian species, 31 fish species and 35 reptile species.” Environment Georgia, an e
The Ocmulgee Mounds Park and Preserve Establishment Act also takes a step to guaruntee the preservation of the natural life that resides in Macon. “Experts estimate the Ocmulgee River corridor is home to 32 mammal species, 170 species of birds, 26 amphibian species, 31 fish species and 35 reptile species,” environmentalist group, Environment Georgia stated in a release.
As well as preserving the wildlife of Ocmulgee Mounds, this next step in ensuring Georgia’s first National Park will bolster the local economy and allow tourists from across the U.S. to delve into the rich history and culture that Georgia has to offer.
The No. 10 Georgia football team will take on the UMass Minutemen in a Week 13 college football game. Below you can find live updates, analysis, the latest injury news and the score.
Georgia is 8-2 on the season while UMass is 2-8. UMass parted ways with its head coach this week.
Georgia football-UMass live updates, score, analysis for Week 13 game
10 a.m. ET: Georgia football will honor its senior class on Saturday when the Bulldogs take on the UMass. The ceremony will take place prior to Saturday’s game, with festivities starting at 12:23 p.m. ET.
As for the injury front, look for Georgia to be without a few skill players in running back Trevor Etienne and wide receiver Dillon Bell. Etienne is dealing with a rib injury that forced him to miss last week’s game against Tennessee.
Bell left the Tennessee game with an ankle injury. His injury is not expected to force him to miss significant time.
Look for two freshmen to step up in their place. At running back Nate Frazier will once again carry the load for Georgia. He has a rushing touchdown in each of the past three games.
At wide receiver, Nitro Tuggle will look to build off his game against Tennessee.
“Nitro’s responded well. He’s worked hard. He had a good practice today,” Georgia coach Kirby Smart said. “I think he gained some confidence from that because he went against a really good defense and he did some nice things. But, I mean, he goes against a good defense every day in practice, and there’s times that he’s been frustrated. I mean, he would tell you openly that he wants to play. He wants to help. All freshmen want to play.”
With Georgia being a massive favorite, the Bulldogs will look to get some young players some reps this weekend. Georgia also has a quick turnaround, as it faces Georgia Tech on Friday.
The Yellow Jackets played on Thursday, beating NC State 30-29.
Georgia football injury report against UMass
- Earnest Greene — shoulder — questionable
- Micah Morris — ankle — questionable
- Dillon Bell — ankle — out
- Roderick Robinson — toe — out
- Branson Robinson — knee — out
- Joseph Jonah-Ajonye — foot — out
- Trevor Etienne — ribs — out
Georgia football-UMass game time for Week 13 game
The Georgia football-UMass game is set for a 12:45 p.m. ET kickoff
Georgia football-UMass TV channel for Week 13 game
The Georgia football-UMass game will air on the SEC Network. Dave Neal and Max Starks will be calling the game.
How to stream Georgia football-UMass game for Week 13
You can watch the Georgia football-Tennessee Tech game online via the WatchESPN app. Click here to watch the game.
Georgia football-UMass odds for Week 13 game
The Georgia football team is a 42.5-point favorite over UMass. The over/under is 55.5.
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So Marquette men’s basketball fans, your Golden Eagles are ranked No. 15 in the country and coming off of a dominant 76-58 victory over No. 6 Purdue.
You can’t wait to watch the next game, right?
Do you want the bad news or the worse news first?
The bad news is the Marquette-Georgia game on Saturday morning is only available through a sports streaming service.
The worse news is that it’s going to cost most viewers about $20 to watch the game.
Because the Marquette-Georgia game in the Bahamas is not a Big East, SEC, ESPN or Fox sponsored event, the game is only available through the streaming service FLO Sports. It doesn’t offer a free trial and regular subscriptions cost $19.99 a month. There’s a discount for students.
Marquette and Georgia are 5-0 heading into Saturday, but the Golden Eagles have played a tougher schedule.
Here’s how to watch and listen to the game:
What channel is Marquette vs Georgia on today?
- Stream: You can stream the game through FLO Sports, which requires a subscription. Subscriptions start at $19.99 a month. A student subscription costs $9.99 a month.
- Announcers: Evan Stockton (play-by-play) and Lexi Ayala (analyst) are calling the action.
Marquette vs Georgia time today
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 23
- Time: 10 a.m. CT
The Marquette vs. Georgia game starts at 10 a.m. at Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas.
How can I listen to Marquette vs Georgia on the radio?
- The game’s on ESPN Milwaukee WKTI FM-94.5 in Milwaukee, plus WCUB 980 AM in Two Rivers, WDLB 1450 AM in Marshfield, WSCO 95.3 FM/1570 AM in Appleton and WSCO 99.1 FM in Oshkosh.
- Steve “Homer” True (play-by-play) and Tony Smith (analyst) will call the game.
Is Marquette vs Georgia on SiriusXM Radio?
Yes, the Marquette broadcast is on Channel 390. The Georgia broadcast is available on the Sirius app.
Marquette vs Georgia odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday
- ODDS: Marquette -6.5
- O/U: 152.5
Marquette Golden Eagles basketball schedule 2024-25
All times Central
- Nov. 4: Marquette 102, Stony Brook 62 | Box score | 1-0
- Nov. 8: Marquette 82, George Mason 63 | Box score | 2-0
- Nov. 11: Marquette 70, Central Michigan 62 | Box score | 3-0
- Nov. 15: Marquette 78, Maryland 74 | Box score | 4-0
- Nov. 19: Marquette 76, Purdue 58 | Box score | 5-0
- Nov. 23: vs. Georgia in Nassau, Bahamas, 10 a.m.
- Nov. 27: Stonehill, 8 p.m.
- Nov. 30: Western Carolina, 1 p.m.
- Dec. 4: at Iowa State, 7 p.m.
- Dec. 7: Wisconsin, 12:30 p.m.
- Dec. 14: at Dayton, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 18: Butler, 8 p.m.
- Dec. 21: at Xavier, 11 a.m.
- Dec. 31: at Providence, 5 p.m.
- Jan. 3: Creighton, 8 p.m.
- Jan. 7: Georgetown, 7 p.m.
- Jan. 14: at DePaul, 6 p.m.
- Jan. 18: Xavier, 1 p.m.
- Jan. 21: at Seton Hall, 7 p.m.
- Jan. 24: Villanova, 6 p.m.
- Jan. 28: at Butler, 7:30 p.m.
- Feb. 1: UConn, 7 p.m.
- Feb. 4: at St. John’s, 5:30 p.m.
- Feb. 8: at Creighton, 1 p.m.
- Feb. 11: DePaul, 7:30 p.m.
- Feb. 18: Seton Hall, 8 p.m.
- Feb. 21: at Villanova, 6 p.m.
- Feb. 25: Providence, 6 p.m.
- March 1: at Georgetown, 7 p.m.
- March 5: at UConn, 7:30 p.m.
- March 8: St. John’s, TBA
- March 12-15: Big East tournament, New York
- Record: 5-0
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