Bill > SF548

This bill increases the medical assistance income limit for certain populations with disabilities and those aged 65 and over from 100 percent to 133 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. The bill specifically amends Minnesota Statutes to raise the income threshold for medical assistance eligibility for people with disabilities, parents or caretaker relatives, certain children, and other specified groups. The change means that more people with lower incomes will qualify for medical assistance, potentially expanding healthcare access for vulnerable populations. The federal poverty guidelines are annual income levels determined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that are used to determine eligibility for various social programs. The bill includes an effective date of January 1, 2026, giving state agencies and healthcare providers time to prepare for the implementation of the new income limits. By increasing the income threshold, the bill aims to provide more comprehensive medical assistance to individuals who might otherwise struggle to afford healthcare.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0548&ssn=0&y=2025