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New Medicaid Rules: Work Requirement for Able-Bodied Adults.

This bill introduces a work or volunteer requirement for able-bodied adults enrolled in State Medicaid programs, effective January 1, 2026. Individuals who do not meet this requirement may lose their medical assistance. The aim is to encourage employment or community engagement among beneficiaries.
Key points
Starting 2026, able-bodied adult Medicaid recipients must work or volunteer at least 20 hours per week.
Failure to meet this requirement could result in loss of medical assistance for that month.
Exemptions include individuals under 18 or over 65, pregnant women, primary caregivers of young children or children with serious medical conditions, medically unfit individuals, those receiving unemployment benefits, and participants in drug/alcohol treatment programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_447
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2025-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_447.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting 2026, able-bodied adult Medicaid recipients must work or volunteer at least 20 hours per week.
  • Failure to meet this requirement could result in loss of medical assistance for that month.
  • Exemptions include individuals under 18 or over 65, pregnant women, primary caregivers of young children or children with serious medical conditions, medically unfit individuals, those receiving unemployment benefits, and participants in drug/alcohol treatment programs.
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. Kennedy, John [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 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Labor Health