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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Expands medical assistance coverage to certain categories of lawfully present noncitizens. Sets income guidelines for qualifying persons age 19 through 64 and income guidelines for persons 65 years of age or older. Removes a provision permitting medical assistance coverage for up to 24 continuous months from the initial eligibility date, if otherwise eligible.
AI Summary
This bill expands medical assistance, which is government-funded healthcare coverage, to certain noncitizens who are lawfully present in the United States. It establishes specific income guidelines for individuals aged 19 to 64 and for those 65 and older to qualify for this coverage. Additionally, the bill removes a provision that allowed medical assistance to be provided for up to 24 continuous months from the initial eligibility date, provided the individual remained eligible.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Assigned to Appropriations-Health and Human Services Committee (on 02/24/2026)
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