Loading chat...

VT S0014

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ruth Hardy

Click for details

Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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 years of age with incomes up to 312% FPL

  • Directs the Agency to also examine expanding Medicaid eligibility to non-pregnant adults ages 26-64 with incomes up to 312% FPL, including any needed federal waivers

  • Appropriates $600,000 in Global Commitment funds for fiscal year 2026 to implement the pregnant individual expansion ($180,000 state match, $420,000 federal funds)

  • Authorizes the Secretary to charge monthly premiums for pregnant individuals and children whose family income exceeds 195% of the federal poverty level

Legislative Description

An act relating to expanding Dr. Dynasaur income eligibility for pregnant individuals and exploring eligibility expansions for other populations

Last Action

Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare

1/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Health and Welfare1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

No bill text available