Bill > S646

This bill, the Stabilize Medicaid and CHIP Coverage Act of 2021, aims to provide 12-month continuous enrollment under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Specifically, it would require states to keep individuals enrolled for 12 months once they are determined eligible, rather than having them lose coverage due to administrative requirements. The bill also includes provisions to promote enrollment retention beyond the 12-month period and requires states to report on enrollment and retention data. Additionally, the bill prevents the application of coverage waiting periods under CHIP and establishes Medicaid performance bonuses for states that implement certain enrollment and retention policies. The goal is to reduce disruptions in health coverage and care, particularly for vulnerable populations like children, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.