President Donald Trump unveiled his fiscal 2026 budget proposal May 2, cutting non-defense federal spending by $160 billion.
Six things to know for healthcare leaders:
- The budget provides resources to HHS to promote nutrition, physical activity, healthy lifestyles and more, according to the White House press release. The funds will also tackle “over-reliance on medications and treatments” as well as food and drug quality and safety.
- The VA medical centers will receive additional funds for healthcare services. Qualified veterans can also receive care from local community providers to expand access for those who…
