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AL SJR34
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/16/2015
Primary Sponsor
Trip Pittman
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AI Summary
- Expresses legislative intention that Alabama not expand Medicaid above current eligibility levels.
- Opposes Medicaid expansion authorized by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and federal waivers based on cost concerns to the state General Fund and taxpayers.
- Cites federal rejection of state-proposed work requirements for Medicaid expansion eligibility as a reason for opposition.
- States the Legislature intends to build on 2012 reforms and focus on repairing existing system problems while ensuring vulnerable citizens have access to quality health care.
- Directs delivery of resolution copy to Governor Robert Bentley and members of the Alabama Congressional Delegation.
Legislative Description
Expressing the intention of the Legislature not to expand Medicaid services in Alabama
Resolutions, Legislative
Last Action
Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules
4/21/2015
Committee Referrals
Rules4/21/2015
Rules4/16/2015
Full Bill Text
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