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MO SB224
MO SB224Requires certain MO HealthNet participants to comply with work and community engagement requirements
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Introduced
01/06/2021
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/28/2021
01/28/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/14/2021
05/14/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend chapter 208, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to work and community engagement requirements for certain MO HealthNet participants.
AI Summary
This bill requires certain MO HealthNet (Missouri's Medicaid program) participants aged 19 to 64 to comply with work and community engagement requirements in order to remain eligible for MO HealthNet benefits, unless they are exempt. The work and community engagement requirements include at least 80 hours per month of activities such as employment, education, community service, job search, or substance abuse treatment. The bill provides exemptions for certain participants, such as those who are medically frail, pregnant, or primary caregivers. The Department of Social Services is authorized to seek federal waivers and make necessary accommodations for participants with disabilities to enable their participation.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Voted Do Pass S Health and Pensions Committee (on 03/24/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.senate.mo.gov/21info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=54250549 |
| Fiscal Note - 0503S.01I.OR | https://www.senate.mo.gov/FiscalNotes/2021-1/0503S.01I.ORG.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.senate.mo.gov/21info/pdf-bill/intro/SB224.pdf |
| Analysis - Summary: Introduced | https://www.senate.mo.gov/21info/BTS_Web/Summary.aspx?SessionType=R&SummaryID=134083821&BillID=54250549 |
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