The proposed bill aims to amend Arkansas Code Title 20, Chapter 77, Subchapter 1, by adding a new section that mandates the extension of Medicaid coverage for postpartum mothers to one year following childbirth. Specifically, the Department of Human Services is required to take necessary actions, including submitting a state plan amendment or waiver, to secure federal approval for this extended coverage.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Department of Human Services must establish rules to effectively administer this new provision. This legislative change is intended to enhance support for mothers during the critical postpartum period, ensuring they have access to necessary healthcare services for a full year after giving birth.