Bill > HB757

This bill amends the Texas Human Resources Code to extend Medicaid medical assistance coverage for women following pregnancy from the current variable coverage period to a guaranteed 24-month period after the last month of pregnancy. Specifically, the bill replaces existing language that provided either a six-month or twelve-month coverage period with a standardized 24-month continuous coverage period. The bill includes a provision allowing state agencies to delay implementation if federal waivers or authorizations are required, and it is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. By extending Medicaid coverage, the bill aims to provide more comprehensive and stable healthcare support for women during the postpartum period, which can be a critical time for maternal health and ongoing medical needs.

Health and Social Services

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