Medicaid Empowerment Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-05-20T14:41:52Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3079 Medicaid Empowerment Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/20/2025, 2:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3079

The bill, titled "To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to extend renewal periods for certain home and community-based services waivers and State plan amendments under the Medicaid program," was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 29, 2025.

Congressional Summary of HR 3079

Medicaid Empowerment Act of 2025

This bill allows state Medicaid programs to renew home- and community-based services waivers (also known as Section 1915(c) waivers) in 10-year periods. Currently, these waivers may be extended in five-year periods; waivers allow state Medicaid programs to cover long-term care services that are provided in home or community settings rather than in institutional settings.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3079

Bill HR 3079 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 29, 2025. Bill HR 3079 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 29, 2025. Bill HR 3079's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of April 29, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3079

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3079

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3079

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to extend renewal periods for certain home and community-based services waivers and State plan amendments under the Medicaid program.