Bill > S0008

This bill proposes to expand the Dr. Dynasaur healthcare program in Vermont by making it available to all Vermont residents under 26 years of age who have a modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) at or below 312 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL). Dr. Dynasaur is a state healthcare program that provides medical coverage to children and young adults, and this legislation would broaden its eligibility criteria to include more young people. Currently, the program likely has more restrictive income thresholds or age limits, but this bill would create a more inclusive approach by extending coverage to a wider range of young Vermonters. The bill specifies that this expanded coverage will be implemented in alignment with federal Medicaid (Title XIX) and State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP/Title XXI) guidelines. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the state time to prepare for the program's expanded scope and potentially helping more young adults access affordable healthcare.

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https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.8