HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - State health leaders gathered in Hartford on Thursday to discuss the potential impacts of the newly signed “Big Beautiful Bill” on Connecticut residents, with many raising concerns about major cuts to healthcare funding.

According to the White House, the bill is designed to reduce costs and give Americans more control over their health insurance.

President Donald Trump signed the measure on July 4, fulfilling several campaign promises, including tax cuts and increased funding for immigration enforcement and the military.

However, health experts in Connecticut warn the bill is partially paid for by $500 billion in Medicaid cuts over the next decade.

A new study released by Data Haven, Health Equity Solutions, and the United Way projects that more than 168,000 Co

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