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CT SB00851

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2015

Primary Sponsor

Human Services Committee

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Origin

Senate

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces Section 17b-292 regarding HUSKY Plan eligibility, effective July 1, 2015
  • Children in households with income between 185% and 300% of federal poverty level are eligible for subsidized benefits under HUSKY Plan Part B; those over 300% are eligible for unsubsidized benefits
  • Establishes 12-month continuous eligibility period for children determined eligible for HUSKY Plan Part A or B, unless the child turns 19 or moves out of state
  • Newborns who meet eligibility criteria are automatically enrolled on expedited basis in HUSKY Plan Part B if born in Connecticut or border state hospital, with state paying first four months of premiums
  • Requires children adopted internationally by U.S. citizens and state residents to be eligible for HUSKY Plan Part B benefits upon arrival in the state

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Eligibility Of Children Enrolled In The Husky Plan.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/10

2/6/2015

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/30/2015

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