Case Explainer: Taylor et al. v. Kennedy, Jr. et al

Executive Summary

This case explainer provides an overview of Taylor et al. v. Kennedy, Jr. et al, a lawsuit filed on September 18, 2026, challenging provisions of a federal rule implementing Medicaid work requirements. The lawsuit alleges that the rule unlawfully narrows who is excluded from work requirements because they are “medically frail or otherwise have special medical needs,” in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. The explainer outlines the challenged policies, the plaintiffs’ legal claims, and the potential implications for Medicaid enrollees with serious health conditions.