To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to prohibit Federal Medicaid funding for the administrative costs of providing health benefits to individuals who are unauthorized immigrants.

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Summary of Bill HR 1195

Bill 119, also known as HR 1195, aims to make changes to title XIX of the Social Security Act in order to prevent Federal Medicaid funding from being used for administrative costs related to providing health benefits to unauthorized immigrants. This means that individuals who are not legally authorized to be in the United States would not be able to receive Medicaid benefits funded by the federal government.

The bill seeks to address concerns about the use of taxpayer dollars to provide healthcare services to individuals who are not legally allowed to be in the country. By prohibiting the use of Federal Medicaid funding for administrative costs related to providing health benefits to unauthorized immigrants, the bill aims to ensure that taxpayer money is being used appropriately and in accordance with existing laws.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for how healthcare services are provided to unauthorized immigrants in the United States. It would likely result in fewer resources being available for providing healthcare services to this population, potentially leading to increased barriers to accessing necessary medical care. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1195 represents a significant policy change that would impact the provision of healthcare services to unauthorized immigrants in the United States. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential implications of this bill before making a decision on its passage.

Congressional Summary of HR 1195

Protect Medicaid Act

This bill prohibits federal payment under Medicaid for the administrative costs of providing health benefits to noncitizens who are ineligible for Medicaid based on their immigration status. The Department of Health and Human Services must report on specified information regarding states that provide health benefits to such individuals.

Current Status of Bill HR 1195

Bill HR 1195 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1195 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1195's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 11, 2025

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To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to prohibit Federal Medicaid funding for the administrative costs of providing health benefits to individuals who are unauthorized immigrants.To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to prohibit Federal Medicaid funding for the administrative costs of providing health benefits to individuals who are unauthorized immigrants.

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