What does Preamble of Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act The amendment targets increasing payments to States for Medicaid outreach and enrollment

What does SHORT TITLE. of Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026.

What does FINDINGS. of Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026 do?

This section outlines findings related to health insurance coverage and Medicaid. Research indicates that health insurance access reduces financial hardship and improves health outcomes. Medicaid coverage, particularly, benefits vulnerable populations. Public Law 119-21, enacted in 2025, introduced barriers to Medicaid access, such as work reporting requirements and frequent eligibility redeterminations. Evidence suggests that work requirements often lead to individuals losing coverage due to administrative complexities. Outreach programs can improve enrollment and retention by helping individuals navigate these systems. States require additional support to manage the increased administrative burden associated with new Medicaid requirements. Without navigation support, eligible individuals may lack insurance, negatively impacting their health and financial security.

What does INCREASING PAYMENTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAID OUTREACH AND of Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1903(a) of the Social Security Act. It redesignates paragraph (7) as paragraph (8). A new paragraph (7) is inserted after paragraph (6). The new paragraph (7) provides for payments equal to 100 percent of sums expended on outreach and enrollment of individuals eligible for Medicaid or child health assistance. The amendments apply to calendar quarters beginning on or after the date of enactment.

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Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/4/2026 · Introduced: 5/4/2026

Author: Troy Carter (D-LA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill increases federal funding to states for Medicaid outreach and enrollment activities, covering 100 percent of related expenses.
The bill responds to recent policy changes, like work reporting requirements and frequent eligibility redeterminations, that have created barriers to Medicaid access.
The legislation amends the Social Security Act to provide this increased funding, effective upon enactment.

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