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MN HF4038
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Drew Roach
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AI Summary
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Eliminates MinnesotaCare eligibility for undocumented noncitizens, defining them as individuals residing in the U.S. without approval or acquiescence of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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Limits MinnesotaCare eligibility to U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawfully present noncitizens as defined in federal regulations (45 CFR 155.20)
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Removes existing provisions that allowed undocumented adults (18+) enrolled as of June 15, 2025 to remain covered, and strikes the January 1, 2026 phase-out date for those enrollees
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Preserves eligibility for lawfully present noncitizens ineligible for Medical Assistance due to immigration status, with incomes at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines
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Takes effect the day following final enactment and amends Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 256L.04, subdivision 10
Legislative Description
Eligibility for the MinnesotaCare program modified to eliminate eligibility for undocumented noncitizens.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Health Finance and Policy
3/5/2026