Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-04-09T20:47:04Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8095 Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/9/2026, 8:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8095

The Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act of 2026, designated as H.R. 8095 in the 119th Congress and introduced on March 26, 2026, aims to address Medicaid continuity for children in foster care. The bill's key provisions and specific directives are not provided in the context object. For further details and the full content of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr8095/BILLS-119hr8095ih.pdf.

Congressional Summary of HR 8095

Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act of 2026

This bill allows states to receive federal Medicaid payment for services provided to foster care children in qualified residential treatment programs (i.e., programs with trauma-informed treatment models that address the needs of children with serious emotional or behavioral disorders or disturbances).

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Current Status of Bill HR 8095

Bill HR 8095 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 26, 2026. Bill HR 8095 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 26, 2026. Bill HR 8095's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 26, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8095

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8095

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8095

Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act of 2026

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure that children in foster care who are placed in a qualified residential treatment program are eligible for Medicaid.