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To Whom It May Concern, We are writing to bring urgent attention to the proposed policy changes that would significantly reduce funding to the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), including Individualized Supported Living (ISL) programs. These proposed cuts pose a serious threat not only to healthcare providers, but to the stability of Missouri’s Medicaid system and the wellbeing of thousands of vulnerable individuals who rely on these essential services. If enacted, these reductions will create a cascading financial and humanitarian crisis across our state.
For decades, families in North St. Louis and surrounding areas have lived with the lingering effects of radioactive waste — illnesses, unanswered questions, and rising medical costs. But in July 2025, a long-overdue step toward justice was finally taken. The federal government officially reauthorized and expanded the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) — and for the first time, parts of Missouri are included .



