To amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to treat certain individuals receiving child's insurance benefits as receiving supplemental security income benefits for purposes of determining Medicaid eligibility.
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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2026-07-22
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- House Committee on Energy and CommerceReferred To · 2026-07-22
- House Committee on Ways and MeansReferred To · 2026-07-22
Plain-English Summary
The proposal would change how Medicaid eligibility is determined for young people who receive Social Security child's insurance benefits, treating them as if they also qualify for supplemental security income (a needs-based program for low-income individuals). This change would likely make it easier for these children to maintain or gain Medicaid coverage, which provides health insurance to low-income families and individuals. The bill affects families with children who receive Social Security benefits due to a parent's disability, retirement, or death.
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