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This bill amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to expand Medicaid eligibility for employed persons with disabilities by eliminating income eligibility standards and asset considerations, subject to federal approval. Specifically, the bill modifies existing provisions for persons with disabilities who are employed and eligible for Medicaid by removing the current income eligibility cap of 350% of the federal poverty level and allowing the elimination of asset considerations when determining eligibility. The bill also provides additional protections by exempting certain retirement and medical savings accounts from eligibility calculations and ensuring that these more flexible eligibility standards continue to apply even if the person temporarily loses eligibility under this specific category. The changes aim to make Medicaid more accessible for working individuals with disabilities by reducing financial barriers to maintaining health coverage, with the understanding that any modifications will only take effect after receiving necessary federal approval.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1568&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104