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TX HB98

TX HB98
Relating to the Medicaid eligibility of certain women after a pregnancy.


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Introduced
11/09/2020
In Committee
02/25/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the Medicaid eligibility of certain women after a pregnancy.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Human Resources Code to require the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to continue providing Medicaid coverage to pregnant women for at least 12 months after they deliver or experience an involuntary miscarriage. The bill also allows state agencies to delay implementation of the new provision if they determine a federal waiver or authorization is necessary. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Human Services (on 02/25/2021)

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