This bill extends Medicaid coverage for women after childbirth from the current period to a full 12 months postpartum (one year after delivery). The state's Department of Social Services must submit paperwork to federal officials by August 1, 2023 to implement this extended coverage.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Health and Human Services Tabled Passed, YEAS 13, NAYS 0.
Health and Human Services Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House Health and Human Services H.J. 194
Erin Healy
Prime sponsor · Rep.
D
Sydney Davis
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Cosponsors
Health and Human Services — Tabled