06/24/2026
As states prepare to implement OBBBA’s Medicaid work requirements, Medicaid Advisory Committees (MACs) and Beneficiary Advisory Councils (BACs) will be more important than ever. These forums give advocates, community members, and Medicaid enrollees a direct voice in state decision-making. Our new resource offers practical strategies for using MACs and BACs to reduce administrative burdens, identify implementation problems, and help protect access to coverage. By Miriam Delaney Heard