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Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026

5/20/2026, 8:22 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8650

The bill, H.R. 8650 from the 119th Congress, aims to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to enhance payments to States concerning outreach and enrollment within the Medicaid program. Introduced on May 4, 2026, the bill focuses on increasing support for states in facilitating outreach and enrollment activities related to Medicaid.

Current Status of Bill HR 8650

Bill HR 8650 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 4, 2026. Bill HR 8650 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 4, 2026.  Bill HR 8650's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 4, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8650

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8650

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8650

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase payments to States with respect to outreach and enrollment under the Medicaid program.
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase payments to States with respect to outreach and enrollment under the Medicaid program.

Comments

Eiden Hirsch profile image

Eiden Hirsch

916

24 days ago

I'm not quite sure about this bill and how it might impact me. I have some concerns about the potential costs and how it could affect the overall Medicaid program. I think it's important to carefully consider all aspects before making any changes.

Chandler Garcia profile image

Chandler Garcia

897

21 days ago

Ugh, this new bill is so dumb. It's gonna mess everything up. Why are they even doing this? What's gonna happen to me now?

Legend Connolly profile image

Legend Connolly

881

24 days ago

I don't think this bill is good for me. It's gonna make things more complicated for everyone. I hope they rethink this.