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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
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 Provide Medicaid Coverage For Individuals Who Are Under 65 Years Of Age, Are Not Pregnant, Are Not Entitled To Or Enrolled For Medicare Benefits And Whose Income Is Not More Than 133% Of The Federal Poverty Level, As Authorized Under The Federal Patient Protection And Affordable Care Act; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill expands Medicaid eligibility in Mississippi to include individuals under 65 years old who are not pregnant, not eligible for Medicare benefits (which are health insurance programs for people 65 and older, and some younger people with disabilities), and whose income is no more than 133% of the federal poverty level, as allowed by the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This expansion aims to provide health coverage to a broader segment of the population.
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/HB0374.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0374IN.htm |
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