Bill 118 hr 31, also known as the Cover Outstanding Vulnerable Expansion-eligible Residents Now Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide immediate coverage for individuals who are eligible for Medicaid expansion but have not yet been enrolled in the program.
The bill aims to address the issue of vulnerable individuals who may be eligible for Medicaid expansion but have not been able to access the coverage they need. By providing immediate coverage for these individuals, the bill seeks to ensure that they have access to the healthcare services they require.
If passed, the Cover Outstanding Vulnerable Expansion-eligible Residents Now Act would require states to identify and enroll individuals who are eligible for Medicaid expansion but have not yet been enrolled. The bill would also provide funding to states to help cover the costs of enrolling these individuals in the program.
Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that all individuals who are eligible for Medicaid expansion are able to access the healthcare services they need. By providing immediate coverage for these individuals, the bill aims to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare disparities among vulnerable populations.