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DE HB317

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2022

Primary Sponsor

Krista Griffith

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Origin

House of Representatives

151st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a state-funded medical assistance program for children in Delaware who are not eligible for Medicaid or other federally-funded coverage.

  • Eligibility requires the child to reside in Delaware and have family income at or below Delaware Medicaid or Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) income guidelines, with no asset limits.

  • Program benefits for hospital, medical, dental, and prescription drug services are intended to align with Medicaid and CHIP coverage benefits.

  • The Department of Health and Social Services shall operate the program using non-federal funds.

  • Effective date: January 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 31 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Medical Coverage For All Delaware Children.

Last Action

Amendment HA 1 to HB 317 - Introduced and Placed With Bill

5/19/2022

Committee Referrals

Appropriations3/10/2022
Health & Human Development2/11/2022

Full Bill Text

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