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Expanding Healthcare Access for Immigrants and Families

This act aims to remove barriers to health insurance coverage for immigrants, including those lawfully present in the U.S. and DACA recipients. These changes are intended to provide broader access to programs like Medicaid and CHIP, potentially improving the health and financial well-being of many immigrant families.
Key points
Expands Medicaid and CHIP access for lawfully residing individuals, including those with deferred action (DACA).
Allows immigrants ineligible for Medicaid due to status to receive health insurance tax credits.
Eliminates states' authority to restrict Medicaid eligibility for lawful permanent residents.
Ensures individuals with federally authorized presence are considered lawfully present for health insurance purposes.
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Additional Information
HEAL for Immigrant Families Act of 2021
Print number: S 1660
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-05-17