Protect Medicaid Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-12T17:37:25Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 523 Protect Medicaid Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2025, 5:37 PM

Summary of Bill S 523

Bill 119 s 523, also known as the "Prohibition of Federal Medicaid Funding for Unauthorized Immigrants Act," aims to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to prevent Federal Medicaid funding from being used for administrative costs related to providing health benefits to individuals who are unauthorized immigrants.

The bill seeks to address concerns about the use of taxpayer dollars to provide healthcare services to individuals who are not legally residing in the United States. By prohibiting Federal Medicaid funding for the administrative costs of providing health benefits to unauthorized immigrants, the bill aims to ensure that taxpayer money is used responsibly and efficiently.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for the healthcare system, as it would restrict access to Medicaid benefits for unauthorized immigrants. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to prioritize the needs of American citizens and legal residents when allocating Federal Medicaid funding. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that denying healthcare services to unauthorized immigrants could have negative consequences for public health and could lead to increased healthcare costs in the long run. They also argue that denying healthcare services to unauthorized immigrants goes against the principles of compassion and humanity. Overall, Bill 119 s 523 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the allocation of Federal Medicaid funding and the provision of healthcare services to unauthorized immigrants. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and consider the potential impact it could have on the healthcare system and on the lives of unauthorized immigrants in the United States.

Congressional Summary of S 523

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.

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Current Status of Bill S 523

Bill S 523 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill S 523 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 11, 2025. Bill S 523's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of February 11, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 523

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 523

A bill 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.A bill 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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