Loading chat...
MO SB1708
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tracy McCreery
Click for details
AI Summary
- Removes the August 28, 2025 sunset date for Missouri's Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program, making the program permanent
- The program provides MO HealthNet medical assistance to employed individuals with disabilities whose income does not exceed 250% of the federal poverty level
- Eligible participants must meet SSI disability definitions or qualify as employed individuals with medically improved disabilities under the federal Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999
- Participants with income above 100% of the federal poverty level pay sliding-scale premiums ranging from 4% to 6% of income based on income tier
- The Department of Social Services must provide annual reports to the General Assembly on program enrollment and outreach efforts
Legislative Description
Repeals the expiration date for the Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program
Last Action
S First Read
2/23/2026
Full Bill Text
No bill text available