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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/18/2022
02/18/2022
Introduced Session
2022 General Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to Medicaid; providing for the expansion of Medicaid eligibility; limiting the continued expansion of Medicaid eligibility as specified; repealing prior authorizations; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, the Medical Treatment Opportunity Act, aims to expand Medicaid eligibility in Wyoming. It directs the state to negotiate with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to provide Medicaid coverage for all individuals described under the Social Security Act. However, the bill sets a contingency that the Medicaid expansion can only be implemented if the federal government maintains at least a 90% federal medical assistance percentage and a 55% regular federal medical assistance percentage. The bill also repeals a prior authorization requirement and is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Revenue (J)
Last Action
Did not Consider for Introduction (on 02/18/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2022/HB0020 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2022/Introduced/HB0020.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2022/Fiscal/HB0020.pdf |
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