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Introduced
03/26/2019
03/26/2019
In Committee
03/27/2019
03/27/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to provide for 12-month continuous enrollment of individuals under the Medicaid program and Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes. This bill requires the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and state Medicaid programs to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for eligible individuals.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and state Medicaid programs to provide 12-month continuous enrollment for eligible individuals. It amends the Social Security Act to mandate that individuals who are determined to be eligible for Medicaid or CHIP benefits remain enrolled for the full 12-month period, rather than potentially losing coverage mid-year due to changes in their circumstances. The bill provides some flexibility for states to implement this policy change, including options to phase it in over an 18-month period or to implement it earlier than the mandated timeline.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Joseph Kennedy (D)*,
Debbie Dingell (D),
Brian Fitzpatrick (R),
Jahana Hayes (D),
John Katko (R),
Elise Stefanik (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 03/27/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/1879/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1879/BILLS-116hr1879ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1879/BILLS-116hr1879ih.pdf.pdf |
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