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VA HB525

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Downey

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Directs the Department of Medical Assistance Services to seek federal approval to amend Virginia's FAMIS (Children's Health Insurance) state plan for a literacy pilot program

  • Partners with Reach Out and Read to promote early literacy and parental bonding during routine pediatric primary care visits

  • Targets select underserved localities in Virginia for the pilot program

  • Implementation is contingent on obtaining all necessary Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approvals and federal financial participation

  • Authorized under Section 2105(a)(1)(D)(ii) of the Social Security Act governing health services initiatives

Legislative Description

Family Access to Medical Insurance Security Plan; amends plan, literacy pilot program.

Last Action

Left in Committee Appropriations

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/18/2026
Appropriations: Health & Human Resources1/27/2026
Appropriations1/27/2026
Health and Human Services: Social Services1/21/2026
Health and Human Services1/13/2026

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