HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)-- Pediatricians from across Pennsylvania are at the state capitol today for a day of advocacy and education.

The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is in Harrisburg to address how proposed Medicaid cuts would impact children.

The United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 1 in May, and some pediatricians in Pennsylvania believe that healthcare for children would be negatively impacted if it becomes law.

According to the PA Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Medicaid covers 35% of births in the state. Additionally, it covers dental and hearing services, provides care for children with special healthcare needs, and covers other things private insurance doesn't.

The pediatricians also said Medicaid cuts would lead to poor

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