Fairfield Reporter

Congressman Troy Balderson, representing Ohio’s 12th district since 2018, recently shared his thoughts on Medicaid and energy policies through a series of tweets. Born in Zanesville, Ohio in 1962, Balderson has been active in both state and federal legislative roles since 2009.

On May 13, 2025, Congressman Balderson expressed concerns about the future of Medicaid. He tweeted "Without taking commonsense action, we risk a complete collapse of Medicaid. @HouseCommerce is working TODAY to strengthen Medicaid and ensure this vital program remains available for Americans who need it most." This statement highlights ongoing efforts by the House Commerce Committee to address potential issues facing the Medicaid program.

Later that day, he commented on energy policy advancements under President Trump. Balderson stated "We’re one step closer to restoring American energy dominance with President Trump’s one big, beautiful bill." This tweet underscores legislative moves aimed at enhancing the United States' position in global energy markets.

On May 14, 2025, Congressman Balderson noted bipartisan support for Medicaid reforms. He remarked "It’s great to see Democrats embracing some of House Republicans’ commonsense reforms to STRENGTHEN Medicaid!" His comment reflects a collaborative effort between parties to improve the healthcare system.

Troy Balderson has served as a U.S. Congress member from Ohio's 12th District since replacing Pat Tiberi in 2018. Prior to his congressional role, he was part of the Ohio House of Representatives from 2009-2011 and the Ohio Senate from 2011-2018.