HB 1245 Summary

• Creates a tiered premium system for Title-XXI coverage under Florida Kidcare effective January 1, 2024, with premiums ranging from 1% to 3% of highest potential income based on family income levels from 200-400% of federal poverty level.

• Reduces income eligibility threshold for Medikids program (ages 1-4) and general Florida Kidcare program from 400% to 200% of federal poverty level.

• Authorizes the Agency for Health Care Administration to seek federal waiver approval or submit state plan amendments necessary to implement the changes.

• Makes amendments subject to federal approval and requires the Agency to notify the Division of Law Revision within 10 days of receiving federal approval.

• Takes effect January 1, 2024.