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Disapproval of DACA Recipients' Health Insurance Access Expansion

This resolution aims to overturn a recent rule that expanded access to health insurance for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and certain other non-citizens. If passed, these individuals may lose the ability to enroll in qualified health plans through exchanges, receive premium tax credits, cost-sharing reductions, and access the Basic Health Program.
Key points
The resolution seeks to disapprove a rule that clarified health insurance eligibility for DACA recipients and other non-citizens.
If enacted, it would prevent these individuals from accessing subsidized health plans and related benefits.
The rule in question aimed to allow DACA recipients to purchase health plans via exchanges and utilize financial assistance.
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Print number: 118_HJRES_138
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_138.

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 2024-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution seeks to disapprove a rule that clarified health insurance eligibility for DACA recipients and other non-citizens.
  • If enacted, it would prevent these individuals from accessing subsidized health plans and related benefits.
  • The rule in question aimed to allow DACA recipients to purchase health plans via exchanges and utilize financial assistance.
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. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

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 2025-12-24.

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