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Easier Medicaid Access for Individuals Leaving Public Institutions

This act aims to simplify access to Medicaid healthcare for individuals leaving prisons or other public institutions, regardless of their age. Instead of completely losing health coverage, their benefits will only be suspended during their stay in the institution. This allows them to resume medical care more quickly upon release, supporting their reintegration into society.
Key points
Medicaid coverage will no longer be fully terminated for individuals in public institutions (e.g., prisons), but only suspended.
The change applies to individuals of all ages, extending protection beyond just juveniles.
Upon leaving the institution, these individuals will be able to resume healthcare access more quickly, facilitating their reintegration.
The act aims to improve health outcomes and reduce recidivism after release.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4583
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Positive Outcomes After Release Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4583.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicaid coverage will no longer be fully terminated for individuals in public institutions (e.g., prisons), but only suspended.
  • The change applies to individuals of all ages, extending protection beyond just juveniles.
  • Upon leaving the institution, these individuals will be able to resume healthcare access more quickly, facilitating their reintegration.
  • The act aims to improve health outcomes and reduce recidivism after release.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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