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WA HB2041
Bill
Status
Engrossed
4/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nicole Macri
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AI Summary
- Reduces postpartum health care coverage from 12 months to 6 months for persons newly approved on or after July 1, 2026
- Maintains income eligibility at 210% of the federal poverty level for postpartum persons residing in Washington who are not otherwise eligible under federal Medicaid or CHIP programs
- Preserves continuous eligibility during the coverage period regardless of income changes, but shortens the guarantee from 12 months to 6 months after pregnancy ends
- Requires the Health Care Authority to seek maximum federal funding and continue community outreach efforts for program enrollment
- Mandates managed care organizations to annually report to the legislature on maternal health improvement efforts and postpartum service utilization
Legislative Description
Concerning postpartum coverage.
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations1/12/2026
Rules4/27/2025
Ways & Means4/18/2025
Rules4/8/2025
Appropriations3/20/2025
Full Bill Text
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