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Medicaid for Inmates: Ensuring Continuity of Care Before Sentencing

This Act allows states to extend Medicaid coverage to individuals held in custody pending the disposition of charges. This change ensures that individuals who are temporarily incarcerated maintain access to healthcare, including substance use disorder treatment. The legislation also authorizes planning grants for states to build the necessary infrastructure to provide these services.
Key points
Expanded Medicaid Access: States now have the option to provide Medicaid benefits to individuals in custody pending the disposition of charges.
Continuity of Care: The change aims to ensure access to medical care, including mental health and substance use disorder treatment, during temporary incarceration.
Planning Grants: $50 million is authorized for grants to help states prepare their systems (e.g., provider recruitment, billing systems) to deliver medical services to this population.
Focus on Behavioral Health: States applying for grants must develop plans to increase the number of providers offering behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services for this population.
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Print number: 118_S_971
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Due Process Continuity of Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_971.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Medicaid Access: States now have the option to provide Medicaid benefits to individuals in custody pending the disposition of charges.
  • Continuity of Care: The change aims to ensure access to medical care, including mental health and substance use disorder treatment, during temporary incarceration.
  • Planning Grants: $50 million is authorized for grants to help states prepare their systems (e.g., provider recruitment, billing systems) to deliver medical services to this population.
  • Focus on Behavioral Health: States applying for grants must develop plans to increase the number of providers offering behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services for this population.
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. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

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 2025-12-30.

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