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Easier Access to Health Insurance and Assistance Programs

This act aims to simplify the enrollment process for health insurance and financial assistance programs like Medicaid and CHIP, by utilizing tax return information. This allows uninsured citizens to more easily access free or low-cost health plans and benefit from automatic enrollment in certain situations.
Key points
Option to automatically check eligibility for free or low-cost health insurance when filing tax returns.
Streamlined access to Medicaid and CHIP programs, including automatic enrollment for eligible individuals.
Simplified income and personal data verification using existing government information.
Ensuring continuous health coverage for children and other eligible individuals for up to 12 months.
Possibility of automatic enrollment in a zero-net-premium health plan if conditions are met.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5610
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-7]
Process start date: 2021-10-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5610.

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 2021-10-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Option to automatically check eligibility for free or low-cost health insurance when filing tax returns.
  • Streamlined access to Medicaid and CHIP programs, including automatic enrollment for eligible individuals.
  • Simplified income and personal data verification using existing government information.
  • Ensuring continuous health coverage for children and other eligible individuals for up to 12 months.
  • Possibility of automatic enrollment in a zero-net-premium health plan if conditions are met.
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. Bera, Ami [D-CA-7].

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.

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