HB 1546: DHS; DCCA; HEALTH COVERAGE CONTINUITY PILOT PROGRAM; MEDICAID; SUBSIDIES; WAIVERS; VOUCHERS; PORTABILITY; REPORTS
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: House
- Latest Version Date: 2026-02-11
Current Status:
In Progress
(2026-03-10: Referred to HHS/CPN, WAM.)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Final Decking
Enacted
Establishes a three-year Health Coverage Continuity Pilot Program within the Department of Human Services, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to assist individuals who have lost Medicaid health insurance coverage and lack access to other health insurance options. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to contract with a nonprofit health insurer or community-based organization to operate the Pilot Program under certain circumstances. Authorizes the Department of Human Services to issue premium subsidies in certain circumstances. Requires reports to the Legislature. Repeals 6/30/2029. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Discussed in Hearing