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VT H0114
Bill
Status
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Alyssa Black
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AI Summary
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Expands Dr. Dynasaur program eligibility to pregnant individuals of any age with incomes up to 312% of the federal poverty level, effective January 1, 2026
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Requires the Agency of Human Services to study and report by January 15, 2026 on the feasibility and costs of expanding Dr. Dynasaur to all Vermont residents under 26 with incomes up to 312% FPL
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Directs the Agency to also examine expanding Medicaid eligibility to non-pregnant adults ages 26-64 with incomes up to 312% FPL, including any required federal waivers
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Appropriates $600,000 in Global Commitment funds for FY2026 implementation, comprising $180,000 in state General Fund match and $420,000 in federal funds
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Updates statutory language from "pregnant women" to "pregnant individuals" throughout the Dr. Dynasaur program provisions
Legislative Description
An act relating to expanding Dr. Dynasaur income eligibility for pregnant individuals and exploring eligibility expansions for other populations
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care
1/28/2025