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TX HB2903
TX HB2903Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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Introduced
02/27/2023
02/27/2023
In Committee
03/14/2023
03/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
AI Summary
This bill expands eligibility for Medicaid in Texas to include all individuals who apply for assistance and for whom federal matching funds are available under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). The bill requires the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to adopt rules regarding the provision of this expanded Medicaid coverage, and it applies to initial determinations and recertifications of Medicaid eligibility made on or after the date the new law is implemented. The bill also requires the state to take necessary actions to implement the expanded Medicaid eligibility and to notify federal agencies accordingly. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select (on 03/14/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB2903 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB02903I.htm |
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