Texas governor issues order to track cost of healthcare for undocumented immigrants

The video discusses the impact of Texas Governor Greg Abbott's executive order requiring the collection of data on undocumented patients and the costs of their care. This order, effective November 1st, raises concerns among immigration advocates about its chilling effect on mixed status families seeking healthcare. The video also covers national efforts to limit healthcare funding for undocumented immigrants, including a lawsuit by Republican attorneys general against the Biden administration. Florida's report highlights the economic contributions of undocumented immigrants despite their minimal healthcare costs. Legal challenges to the order are anticipated.

What is the primary concern of immigration advocates regarding the Texas executive order?

• It will increase healthcare costs for citizens.

• It will deter mixed-status families from seeking necessary medical care.

• It will improve healthcare access for undocumented immigrants.

• It will lead to more undocumented immigrants moving to Texas.

What is the Texas Governor's justification for the executive order?

• To improve healthcare services for all residents.

• To reduce the financial burden on Texas taxpayers.

• To provide free healthcare to undocumented immigrants.

• To increase the number of healthcare facilities in Texas.

What legal action did 15 Republican attorneys general take in August?

• They supported the Biden administration's healthcare policies.

• They sued the Biden administration over a rule allowing DACA recipients to apply for healthcare coverage.

• They proposed a new healthcare policy for undocumented immigrants.

• They filed a lawsuit to increase healthcare funding for Texas.

What percentage of hospital visits in Florida were made by undocumented immigrants from June to December 2023?

• 0.8%

• 10%

• 2%

• 5%

How much do undocumented immigrants contribute in state and local taxes in Florida?

• $3 billion

• $2.5 billion

• $1.8 billion

• $500 million