Bill > H0664

This bill aims to create fairness in Vermont's Medicaid programs by ensuring that the income requirements for families and individuals to qualify for coverage are the same across different program types. Specifically, it proposes to align the income eligibility limits for the "Medicaid for Children and Adults" program with those of the "Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled" program. Medicaid is a government health insurance program for low-income individuals and families, and by establishing parity, the bill seeks to simplify the system and ensure that individuals with similar income levels have an equal opportunity to access essential healthcare services, regardless of their specific circumstances like age, disability, or family status.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.664