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Easier Access to Health Insurance and Assistance Programs

This act aims to simplify the enrollment process for health insurance and financial assistance programs like Medicaid and CHIP. It will allow citizens to more easily check their eligibility and enroll in coverage, often free of charge, directly when filing their tax returns. The changes are intended to improve access to healthcare for millions of Americans.
Key points
Automatic eligibility checks for health insurance when filing tax returns.
Option for automatic enrollment in zero-net-premium health coverage for eligible individuals.
Streamlined income and data verification for Medicaid and CHIP programs.
Increased stability and predictability in health insurance premium assistance programs.
Strengthened data exchange between agencies for faster and more accurate eligibility determinations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2057
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
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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 119_S_2057.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic eligibility checks for health insurance when filing tax returns.
  • Option for automatic enrollment in zero-net-premium health coverage for eligible individuals.
  • Streamlined income and data verification for Medicaid and CHIP programs.
  • Increased stability and predictability in health insurance premium assistance programs.
  • Strengthened data exchange between agencies for faster and more accurate eligibility determinations.
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 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 2025-12-23.

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