Bill > S2069

This bill aims to modify existing provisions in Medicaid (a federal and state health insurance program for low-income individuals) and CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) to expand continuous enrollment eligibility. Currently, these programs have periodic eligibility reviews that can result in people losing coverage. The bill would remove age restrictions and allow 12-month continuous enrollment for all individuals in these programs, meaning once someone is enrolled, they can remain covered for a full year without being disenrolled. Specifically, the bill strikes language that previously limited continuous enrollment to children under 19 and replaces it with more inclusive language that applies to all individuals. The changes will take effect on the first day of the first fiscal quarter after December 31, 2026. By ensuring more stable health coverage, the bill seeks to reduce coverage gaps and provide more consistent access to healthcare for low-income populations. The modifications apply to both Medicaid and CHIP, potentially helping millions of Americans maintain uninterrupted health insurance coverage.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2069/all-info