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MS HB466
MS HB466Medicaid; expand eligibility to include individuals entitled to benefits under federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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Introduced
01/10/2025
01/10/2025
In Committee
01/10/2025
01/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 43-13-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Medicaid Eligibility To Include Those Individuals Who Are Entitled To Benefits Under The Federal Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act Of 2010 (aca), As Amended; To Amend Section 43-13-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Essential Health Benefits For Individuals Eligible For Medicaid Under The Federal Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act Of 2010 (aca), As Amended; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill expands Medicaid eligibility in Mississippi by adding a new category of recipients under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). Specifically, beginning July 1, 2025, individuals who are under 65 years old, not pregnant, not enrolled in Medicare, and with an income not exceeding 133% of the Federal Poverty Level will be eligible for Medicaid. These individuals will receive only essential health benefits as defined in the ACA. The new eligibility category is temporary, set to be repealed on December 31, 2027, and will only continue if the federal matching percentage remains at least 90%. The bill aims to expand health coverage to low-income adults who previously did not qualify for Medicaid in Mississippi, potentially providing access to healthcare for thousands of uninsured residents.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0466.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/HB/0400-0499/HB0466IN.htm |
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