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WI SB23

Bill

Status

Enrolled

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jesse James

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends postpartum Medicaid eligibility from 60 days to 365 days (one year) after the end of pregnancy, contingent on federal government approval

  • Applies to multiple Medical Assistance program categories, including pregnant women whose income does not exceed the standard of need and those eligible under BadgerCare Plus

  • Eligibility continues through the last day of the month in which the 365th day after pregnancy ends falls

  • Postpartum coverage continues regardless of any changes in the woman's family income during the eligibility period

  • Amends five sections of Wisconsin statutes (49.46, 49.47, and 49.471) to implement the extended coverage uniformly across Medicaid programs

Legislative Description

Extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)

Last Action

Presented to the Governor on 3-12-2026

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/18/2026
State Affairs2/12/2026
Organization11/19/2025
Rules5/27/2025
Health2/5/2025

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