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AZ HB2521

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Stahl Hamilton

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Expands eligibility for Arizona's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) from 225% to 300% of the federal poverty level beginning October 1, 2026.

  • Current eligibility threshold of 225% of the federal poverty level remains in effect from October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2026.

  • Expansion requires approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

  • Applies to children under 19 years of age based on gross household income.

Legislative Description

Eligibility; children's health insurance program

Last Action

House read second time

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/20/2026
Appropriations1/20/2026
Health and Human Services1/20/2026

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