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Introduced
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
In Committee
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/09/2024
05/09/2024
Introduced Session
125th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 44-6-120 So As To Provide That Beginning January 1, 2025, An Adult Sixty-five Years Of Age Or Younger Whose Income Is At Or Below One Hundred Thirty-three Percent Of The Federal Poverty Level, With A Five Percent Income Disregard, Is Eligible For Medicaid As Provided For In The Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act, And Amendments To That Act.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand Medicaid eligibility in South Carolina. Specifically, it proposes that beginning January 1, 2025, adults 65 years of age or younger with an income at or below 133% of the federal poverty level (with a 5% income disregard) would be eligible for Medicaid, as provided for in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and its amendments. The bill cites the economic benefits of Medicaid expansion, including increased federal funding, job creation, and tax revenue, as well as the moral imperative to provide health coverage to uninsured South Carolinians. The bill would take effect upon approval by the Governor.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means (on 01/31/2024)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4980&session=125&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess125_2023-2024/prever/4980_20240131.htm |
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