Expressing support for States to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act to close the Medicaid coverage gap.

12/6/2023, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 122

Bill 118 H.Res. 122, also known as the Expressing support for States to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act to close the Medicaid coverage gap, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to encourage states to expand their Medicaid programs under the Affordable Care Act in order to provide coverage for individuals who fall into the Medicaid coverage gap.

The Medicaid coverage gap refers to individuals who do not qualify for traditional Medicaid coverage, but also do not qualify for subsidies to purchase health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace. This leaves many low-income individuals without access to affordable healthcare coverage.

The resolution acknowledges that expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act would provide coverage for millions of Americans who are currently uninsured. It also recognizes the financial benefits of expanding Medicaid, as it would bring in federal funding to help cover the costs of providing healthcare to low-income individuals. The resolution does not mandate states to expand their Medicaid programs, but rather expresses support for states that choose to do so. It highlights the importance of closing the Medicaid coverage gap and ensuring that all Americans have access to affordable healthcare. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 122 is a non-partisan resolution that aims to address the issue of the Medicaid coverage gap and encourage states to expand their Medicaid programs under the Affordable Care Act.

Congressional Summary of HRES 122

This resolution urges states that have not yet expanded Medicaid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to do so. It also expresses support for H.R. 31, which establishes a demonstration program to allow local governments to provide health benefits to the Medicaid expansion population in states that have not expanded Medicaid.

Current Status of Bill HRES 122

Bill HRES 122 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 10, 2023. Bill HRES 122 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 10, 2023.  Bill HRES 122's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 122

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 122

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Health care coverage and accessMedicaidState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 122

Expressing support for States to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act to close the Medicaid coverage gap.Expressing support for States to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act to close the Medicaid coverage gap.
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