TX HB807

Bill

Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Introduced
11/12/2024

In Committee
03/05/2025

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to expand Medicaid eligibility in Texas to include all individuals who qualify for federal matching funds under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). The legislation requires the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to provide medical assistance to these individuals and mandates that the executive commissioner develop rules for implementing the expansion. The bill also requires an annual report to state leaders detailing the impact of this Medicaid expansion, specifically tracking changes in the number of uninsured individuals, state and local healthcare costs, and charity care expenses for hospitals. The expansion would take effect on January 1, 2026, but is contingent upon voters approving a related constitutional amendment during the 2025 legislative session. If the constitutional amendment is not approved by voters, the bill will not go into effect. The legislation allows for potential delays in implementation if additional federal waivers or authorizations are needed, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while seeking to broaden healthcare access for low-income Texans.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Diego Bernal (D)*,

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations (on 03/05/2025)

Official Document

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB807

(7 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB807
BillText	https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB00807I.htm

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
HB1423	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Appropriations	Same As
HB197	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Appropriations	Same As
HB726	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Appropriations	Same As
HJR69	Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the state to expand eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Appropriations	Enabling for
SB45	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Co-author authorized	Same As
SB637	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Health & Human Services	Same As
SB638	Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.	Referred to Health & Human Services	Similar To

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