Bill > HB42

This bill provides a $6.3 million appropriation from the state's general fund to the Health Care Authority specifically to increase reimbursement rates for service providers participating in certain Medicaid waiver programs during fiscal year 2026. Medicaid waiver programs are specialized healthcare service arrangements that allow states to provide medical services to populations that might not otherwise qualify for traditional Medicaid, such as people with disabilities or chronic conditions who need home and community-based services. The appropriation is designed to help these service providers by increasing their payment rates, which could potentially improve healthcare access and provider participation in these important programs. Any funds not spent by the end of fiscal year 2026 will be returned to the general fund, ensuring fiscal accountability and preventing unused funds from being carried over indefinitely.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=42&year=25