Bill > HB620

This bill directs the State Board of Health to include a provision in the state plan for medical assistance services that would provide payment for essential hygiene products. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to the existing law that would allow Medicaid to cover the purchase of a wide range of personal care and hygiene items, including child and adult diapers, baby wipes, oral care products (like toothpaste, toothbrushes, and floss), personal care items (such as body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant), feminine hygiene products (tampons and menstrual pads), sunscreen, and toilet paper. This addition aims to help Medicaid recipients access basic personal care items that are essential for maintaining hygiene and overall health but are not typically covered by medical insurance. By including these items in the state medical assistance plan, the bill seeks to provide additional support for vulnerable populations who may struggle to afford these necessary personal care products.

Health and Social Services

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