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This bill establishes the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Program, which allows West Virginia residents who are ineligible for Medicaid or Medicare to purchase a state-administered, Medicaid-based health insurance plan. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Resources to develop and administer the plan, which must cover essential health benefits and offer discounted premiums and cost-sharing fees based on household income, with a focus on affordability for enrollees. The department is authorized to pursue federal funding opportunities, such as waivers, to maximize available resources for the program. The bill also creates an advisory council to provide input on program implementation and evaluation, and prohibits employers from denying coverage to residents who may qualify for the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Plan.

Health and Social Services

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