TX HB726

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
03/04/2025

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 expands Medicaid eligibility in Texas to include all individuals who qualify for federal matching funds under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), a landmark healthcare law passed in 2010. The bill requires the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to provide medical assistance to these newly eligible individuals and directs the executive commissioner to develop implementation rules. Starting January 1, 2026, the commission must submit an annual report to state leadership detailing the effects of this expansion, including its impact on the number of uninsured residents, state and local healthcare costs, and charity care expenses for hospitals. Critically, the bill's implementation is contingent upon voters approving a related constitutional amendment during the 2025 legislative session. If voters do not approve the amendment, the bill will not take effect. The legislation aims to broaden healthcare access by allowing more low-income individuals to qualify for Medicaid, potentially reducing the number of uninsured Texans and helping to manage healthcare costs across the state.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Ron Reynolds (D)*,

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations (on 03/04/2025)

Official Document

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB726

(7 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB726
BillText	https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HB00726I.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
HB807	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
HJR61	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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