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TX SJR11

TX SJR11
Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to expand eligibility for Medicaid to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.


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Introduced
11/09/2020
In Committee
03/03/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to expand eligibility for Medicaid to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Texas Constitution to expand eligibility for Medicaid, a government health insurance program for low-income individuals, to include certain people who qualify under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (often called Obamacare). This means that if federal funds are available to help pay for it, Texas would be required to provide medical assistance to these individuals. The amendment is set to take effect on January 1, 2022, and will be voted on by the public in an election on November 2, 2021.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Health & Human Services (on 03/03/2021)

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