What does Preamble of Medicaid Financing Clarification Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to clarify the intent of Congress with regards to Medicaid financing policies,' aims to modify title XIX of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to clarify Congressional intent regarding Medicaid financing policies.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Medicaid Financing Clarification Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Medicaid Financing Clarification Act of 2026.

What does CLARIFYING THE INTENT OF CONGRESS WITH REGARDS TO MEDICAID of Medicaid Financing Clarification Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act to allow states to include public funds transferred from or certified by political subdivisions as sources of Medicaid financing. It adds definitions to Section 1905 of the Social Security Act for 'Public Funds,' 'Political Subdivision,' and 'Public Agency.' “Public funds” are defined as State and local funds, including various revenue sources, but federal funds can only be used as public funds if authorized by federal law. A 'Political Subdivision' is defined as a separate legal entity of a State with specific governmental functions, such as a county or city. A 'Public Agency' is defined as a unit of government, including a State or political subdivision.

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Medicaid Financing Clarification Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/4/2026 · Introduced: 6/4/2026

Author: Kat Cammack (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill allows states to count public funds, including those from local governments, when determining how Medicaid is financed.
The bill defines 'Public Funds,' 'Political Subdivision,' and 'Public Agency' within the Social Security Act to clarify which entities can contribute these funds.
Federal funds can only be considered 'Public Funds' for Medicaid financing if specifically authorized by existing federal law.

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