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Easy Health Enrollment: Automatic Coverage Determination via Tax Filing.

This Act establishes a new system allowing citizens to automatically check and enroll in free health insurance affordability programs (Medicaid, CHIP, Exchange plans) when filing their annual tax return. If consent is given, tax data is used to quickly determine eligibility, and individuals may be defaulted into a zero net premium plan, significantly simplifying the process of obtaining coverage. The goal is to increase the number of insured individuals by removing bureaucratic hurdles.
Key points
Ability to automatically check eligibility for free or low-cost health insurance (Medicaid, CHIP, ACA) while filing federal income taxes.
Automatic enrollment into a zero net premium health plan if eligible and if the taxpayer does not opt out or select a different plan (requires consent for data sharing).
Streamlined verification of income and personal data using tax return information and data from other benefit programs (SNAP, TANF) to speed up eligibility decisions.
Introduction of a special enrollment period for individuals who filed a tax return and were found eligible for premium tax credits.
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Print number: 118_S_423
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-02-14
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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 118_S_423.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to automatically check eligibility for free or low-cost health insurance (Medicaid, CHIP, ACA) while filing federal income taxes.
  • Automatic enrollment into a zero net premium health plan if eligible and if the taxpayer does not opt out or select a different plan (requires consent for data sharing).
  • Streamlined verification of income and personal data using tax return information and data from other benefit programs (SNAP, TANF) to speed up eligibility decisions.
  • Introduction of a special enrollment period for individuals who filed a tax return and were found eligible for premium tax credits.
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. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

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 2025-12-26.

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Health Benefits Taxes