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MS HB426

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Missy Warren McGee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends Medicaid coverage for eligible women from 60 days to 12 months postpartum, to the extent allowable under federal law

  • Amends Section 43-13-115 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 by adding a new paragraph (28) specifically addressing postpartum coverage

  • The Division of Medicaid will determine eligibility for women seeking extended postpartum coverage

  • Effective date is July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Medicaid; extend coverage for eligible women for 12 months postpartum.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Medicaid1/12/2023

Full Bill Text

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