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AR SB178

Bill

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Alan Clark

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Origin

Senate

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • The Department of Human Services shall terminate all services, coverage, and premium assistance under the Health Care Independence Program on December 31, 2016

  • No new applications for enrollment in the Health Care Independence Program shall be accepted beginning 10 days after the bill's effective date

  • Persons previously eligible for traditional Medicaid or Medicaid waiver programs before October 1, 2013, shall continue receiving coverage through traditional Medicaid after program termination

  • The department may seek state plan amendments or federal waivers to restore Medicaid programs that were previously ended due to implementation of the Health Care Independence Program, subject to General Assembly and Governor approval

  • An emergency clause declares the act effective immediately upon Governor approval, allowing no veto period, to prevent further expenditure of funds on the Health Care Independence Program

Legislative Description

To End Enrollment In The Health Care Independence Program; To Restore Medicaid Waiver Programs Previously Ended Due To The Health Care Independence Program; And To Declare An Emergency.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare And Labor2/2/2015

Full Bill Text

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