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Increased Support for Children's Health Insurance During Pandemic

This act aims to boost financial support for State Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIP) during the COVID-19 pandemic. This will ensure more children have access to healthcare, and states receive additional funds to cover treatment and testing costs related to the virus.
Key points
Extending increased financial support for state CHIP programs until September 2022.
Prohibiting premium increases for children's health insurance and waiting periods for benefits.
Mandating free COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccines for children covered by the program.
Requiring active efforts to identify and re-enroll eligible children who previously left the program.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_453
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CHIPPER Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_453.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extending increased financial support for state CHIP programs until September 2022.
  • Prohibiting premium increases for children's health insurance and waiting periods for benefits.
  • Mandating free COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccines for children covered by the program.
  • Requiring active efforts to identify and re-enroll eligible children who previously left the program.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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