Due Process Continuity of Care Act

Senate Bill 971 - Due Process Continuity of Care Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-03-14T12:09:32Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 971 Due Process Continuity of Care Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/14/2024, 12:09 PM

Congressional Summary of S 971

Due Process Continuity of Care Act

This bill allows an otherwise eligible individual who is in custody pending disposition of charges (i.e., pretrial detainees) to receive Medicaid benefits at the option of the state. The bill also provides for state planning grants to support the provision of such benefits.

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Current Status of Bill S 971

Bill S 971 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2023. Bill S 971 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 23, 2023. Bill S 971's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of March 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 971

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 971

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Correctional facilities and imprisonment

- Health care coverage and access

- Intergovernmental relations

- Medicaid

- Performance measurement

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 971

Due Process Continuity of Care Act

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to remove the Medicaid coverage exclusion for inmates in custody pending disposition of charges, and for other purposes.