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AR HB1004
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Pilkington
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AI Summary
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Extends postpartum Medicaid coverage for mothers from 60 days to one full year after giving birth
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Mothers eligible for the Arkansas Health and Opportunity for Me Act (ARHOME) program will receive extended coverage through that program
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Mothers not eligible for ARHOME will receive extended coverage through the traditional Arkansas Medicaid Program
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Requires the Department of Human Services to submit a state plan amendment or waiver to obtain federal approval for the one-year postpartum coverage
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Directs the Department of Human Services to promulgate rules to implement the extended coverage
Legislative Description
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025