Medicaid Eligibility Criteria
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Bill Summary - 26LSO-0139 Bill No.: SF0006 Effective: Multiple Dates LSO No.: 26LSO-0139 Enrolled Act No.: SEA No. 0012 Chapter No.: 21 Prime Sponsor: Joint Labor, Health & Social Services Interim Committee Catch Title: Eligibility for Medicaid-criteria. Has Report: No Subject: Codifying current state criteria for Medicaid eligibility. Summary/Major Elements: This act codifies current state criteria for Medicaid eligibility, including but not limited to requirements regarding citizenship, Wyoming residency, a determination of disability or an entitlement to receive social security income. The Department of Health is authorized to promulgate any rules necessary to implement this act. This act applies to applications for Medicaid submitted or renewed on or after July 1, 2027. Comments: Has a Delayed Effective Date; The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.
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R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because they believe it is unnecessary and reinforces strict Medicaid criteria that prevent working mothers with children from receiving services.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill to ensure legislative control over Medicaid eligibility and expansions, clarifying that future changes require statutory approval.
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Adopted 2nd reading by Senator Scott
Adopted Standing Committee by Senate Labor, Health and Social Services Committee