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AR HB1588
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mindy McAlindon
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Human Services to obtain a two-thirds (⅔) vote from the Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee before applying for or implementing any Medicaid expansion that would cover additional individuals or increase state costs
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Maintains existing requirement that DHS receive approval from the Governor and Chief Fiscal Officer before increasing provider reimbursement rates or adopting rules that obligate state general revenues
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Requires DHS to report to the Legislative Council when reimbursement rates are decreased, explaining the reasons and justification
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Exempts any Medicaid state plan amendments or federal waivers already in existence and implemented as of the bill's effective date
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Amends Arkansas Code § 20-77-110 to shift approval authority for Medicaid coverage expansions from the executive branch to the legislature
Legislative Description
To Require Approval Of The General Assembly Before The Department Of Human Services Seeks Or Implements An Expansion Of Coverage For The Arkansas Medicaid Program.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025