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This bill directs the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) to develop and submit a state plan amendment to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) by July 1, 2027, which would expand medical assistance program eligibility. Specifically, the bill proposes to allow individuals with countable income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level (FPL) to be eligible for enrollment in the state's medical assistance program under chapter 74.09 RCW. The income threshold would be adjusted annually based on family size, as determined by the federal Department of Health and Human Services. This change would potentially provide medical coverage to more low and moderate-income individuals who currently may not qualify for assistance under the existing income limits.

Health and Social Services

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5946&Year=2025&Initiative=false