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WA SB5946
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Hasegawa
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AI Summary
- Expands Medicaid eligibility to individuals with income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level, adjusted for family size
- Requires the Health Care Authority to develop and submit a state plan amendment to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
- Deadline for submission of the state plan amendment is July 1, 2027
- Eligibility threshold would be determined annually by the federal Department of Health and Human Services
Legislative Description
Expanding the income eligibility for the medical assistance program.
Last Action
First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Health & Long-term Care1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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