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MS HB299

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Omeria Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women from 60 days postpartum to 12 months postpartum
  • Applies to women who were already eligible for Medicaid benefits under other provisions of Mississippi law during their pregnancy
  • Amends Section 43-13-115 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 by adding a new paragraph (28) to the list of Medicaid recipients
  • Effective date of July 1, 2022

Legislative Description

Medicaid; provide continued eligibility for eligible women for up to 12 months postpartum.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Medicaid1/4/2022

Full Bill Text

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