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MS HB226
MS HB226Medicaid; expand eligibility to include individuals entitled to benefits under federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 43-13-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Medicaid Eligibility To Include Those Individuals Who Are Entitled To Benefits Under The Federal Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act Of 2010 (aca), As Amended; To Amend Section 43-13-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Essential Health Benefits For Individuals Eligible For Medicaid Under The Federal Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act Of 2010 (aca), As Amended; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill expands Medicaid eligibility in Mississippi to include individuals under sixty-five years old who are not pregnant, not otherwise covered by Medicare, and whose income does not exceed 133% of the Federal Poverty Level, as outlined by the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010. This expansion, which will take effect on July 1, 2026, and is set to be repealed on December 31, 2028, will provide these individuals with access to essential health benefits, which are a set of services defined by the ACA. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to ensure that individuals eligible for Medicaid under the ACA will receive these essential health benefits.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0226.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0200-0299/HB0226IN.htm |
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