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Introduced
01/25/2019
01/25/2019
In Committee
02/01/2019
02/01/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/28/2019
02/28/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to medical assistance; requiring the department of health to enter into negotiations with the federal government to expand Medicaid; authorizing the department of health to seek work requirements and certain mental health services as part of an expansion of Medicaid; requiring specified notice relating to expansion activities; repealing expansion authority under certain circumstances; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to require the Wyoming Department of Health to negotiate with the federal government to expand Medicaid eligibility to 133% of the federal poverty level. The negotiations may include work, education, training, or volunteer requirements as a condition of Medicaid eligibility, as well as a tailored mental health and substance abuse program under Medicaid. The bill also provides for termination of any Medicaid expansion under certain circumstances, such as if the federal medical assistance percentage is reduced below 90% or if the relevant federal laws are repealed or found unconstitutional.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
COW:Failed 23-36-1-0-0 (on 02/04/2019)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2019/HB0244 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2019/Introduced/HB0244.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2019/Fiscal/HB0244.pdf |
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