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AR HB1010

AR HB1010
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.


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Introduced
11/18/2022
In Committee
01/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/01/2023

Introduced Session

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO REQUIRE MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHERS FOR ONE YEAR AFTER GIVING BIRTH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Arkansas Department of Human Services to extend Medicaid coverage for postpartum mothers to one year after giving birth, and to take necessary actions, including applying for a state plan amendment or waiver, to obtain federal approval for this extended coverage. The department is also required to promulgate rules to administer this new law.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment (on 05/01/2023)

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