Bill > S0083

This Joint Resolution mandates a statewide advisory referendum to be held concurrently with the 2022 General Election, asking voters whether they support expanding Medicaid. Medicaid is a government program that provides health insurance to low-income individuals and families. The expansion, as outlined in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (often called Obamacare), would allow individuals aged 65 or younger with incomes at or below 138% of the federal poverty level to be covered by Medicaid. The referendum's purpose is to gauge public opinion, and the results will be reported to the General Assembly within 60 days of the election's certification.