Bill > HR1279

This bill amends the Social Security Act to establish a community engagement requirement for certain Medicaid recipients aged 18-64 who are not otherwise exempted. The requirement mandates that eligible individuals must work, participate in community service, engage in a work program, or combine these activities for at least 80 hours per month to maintain their Medicaid coverage. Exemptions include individuals under 18 or over 65, those who are pregnant, parents of dependent children, people with medical conditions preventing employment, individuals in drug/alcohol treatment programs, and those enrolled at least half-time in educational programs. States would be allowed to verify compliance through existing databases and would have the option to disenroll individuals who fail to meet the community engagement requirement for three or more months in a calendar year. The bill aims to encourage workforce participation among Medicaid recipients by linking health coverage to work or community service activities, while providing specific exceptions for vulnerable populations. The verification process is designed to minimize additional burden on individuals by prioritizing existing data sources for documentation.

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