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Streamlined Health Insurance Enrollment via Tax Returns

This act aims to simplify enrollment in health insurance programs like Medicaid, CHIP, and zero-net-premium plans by using tax return information. Uninsured citizens can have their eligibility automatically assessed and be enrolled, making healthcare access easier.
Key points
Automatic Eligibility Check: When filing tax returns, uninsured individuals can consent to have their eligibility for health programs checked.
Zero-Net-Premium Plan Enrollment: If eligible for a zero-net-premium health plan, you can be automatically enrolled unless you opt out or choose a different plan.
Simplified Procedures: The act reduces bureaucracy by using tax return data and other sources for faster eligibility determinations.
State Support: States will receive financial and technical support to develop IT systems facilitating enrollment.
Data Protection: Privacy and data security are ensured during information exchange between agencies.
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Additional Information
Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act
Print number: HR 1113
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2023-02-21