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Medicaid Leadership Exchange

Medicaid Leadership Exchange

The Role of State and Territory Legislators in Medicaid

Jun 8, 2026 · 27m

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The executive and legislative branches share responsibility for ensuring Medicaid is administered effectively and efficiently. This episode of the Medicaid Leadership Exchange podcast explores how Medicaid directors and state legislators can build productive working relationships grounded in trust, clear communication, and shared goals. The discussion highlights how these partnerships can help states navigate Medicaid’s complexity while balancing policy priorities, program oversight, and budget realities. The conversation features perspectives from current and former state leaders with experience across Medicaid administration and state legislatures: Todd Richardson , former Missouri…