HB 786 KY
AN ACT relating to Medicaid eligibility.
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Summary
Amend KRS 205.592 to extend Medicaid eligibility for new parents from 12 months to 24 months postpartum; require the Cabinet for Health and Familly Services or the Department for Medicaid Services to seek federal approval if it is determined that such approval is necessary; provide authorization from the General Assembly to make changes to the Medicaid program as required under KRS 205.5372(1).
Sponsor (1)
- J. Watkins Democratic · primary
Action history (3)
- Feb 27, 2026 introduced in House · lower
- Feb 27, 2026 to Committee on Committees (H) · lower
- Mar 6, 2026 to Health Services (H) · lower
Subjects
Health And Medical ServicesMedicaidMenPublic AssistanceReproductive IssuesWomen
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