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Medicaid Funding Caps Eliminated for U.S. Territories

This act removes the existing funding limits for the Medicaid program in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa. This means residents in these territories will have improved access to healthcare, as local health systems will receive more funds for medical treatment and services.
Key points
Increased access to healthcare for residents of U.S. territories.
More financial resources for medical services and treatment in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.
Changes take effect starting from fiscal year 2025.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3154
Sponsor: Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Medicaid Improvement for Insular Areas Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3154.

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 2025-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased access to healthcare for residents of U.S. territories.
  • More financial resources for medical services and treatment in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.
  • Changes take effect starting from fiscal year 2025.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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