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This bill establishes a comprehensive Disaster Relief Medicaid program to provide medical assistance to individuals and families affected by major disasters, national emergencies, or public health emergencies. Starting January 1, 2027, the bill allows states to provide Medicaid coverage to "relief-eligible survivors" in disaster areas for a two-year period, with simplified application processes and no documentation requirements. Eligible survivors include residents of direct impact areas, individuals who lost employment due to the disaster, and those with family incomes up to 133-200% of the poverty line. The bill offers 100% federal matching funds for medical assistance and provides states flexibility to offer expanded mental health services, home and community-based services, and care coordination. Key provisions include presumptive eligibility, continuous coverage during the relief period, and special protections for pregnant individuals and children born to disaster survivors. The legislation also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to provide guidance to states, establish an HCBS Emergency Response Corps grant program, and conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the program's impact. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to waive certain Medicare and Medicaid requirements during emergencies and ensure that disaster survivors are not penalized for late enrollment in Medicare Part B.

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