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ID H0512
Bill
Status
Passed
3/26/2014
Primary Sponsor
Health and Welfare Committee
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 19-854, Idaho Code, to clarify that participation in the Idaho health insurance exchange does not create a presumption of indigency in court proceedings
- Court determination of indigency is deferred until the person's first court appearance or suit for payment/reimbursement, whichever occurs earlier
- Court presumption of indigency applies to persons with monthly income not exceeding 187% of federal poverty guidelines, recipients of public assistance, or those in correctional or mental health facilities
- Court may consider factors including income, property, obligations, dependents, and bail costs when determining indigency for persons not covered by the presumption
- Information provided by individuals regarding ability to pay is protected from use as evidence except for impeachment, perjury prosecution, or enforcement of reimbursement obligations
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to provide that participation in the Idaho health insurance exchange shall not result in the presumption of indigency.
COURT DETERMINATION
Last Action
Reported Signed by Governor on March 26, 2014 Session Law Chapter 243 Effective: 07/01/2014
3/26/2014
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