The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6083, seeks to amend section 17b-261 of the general statutes to ensure that the same income and asset eligibility tests are applied to applicants for HUSKY C health benefits as those currently applied to nondisabled, nonelderly applicants for HUSKY A and HUSKY D health benefits. This change aims to eliminate disparities in Medicaid eligibility determinations, particularly for elderly individuals and persons with disabilities.

The bill's primary objective is to promote equity in Medicaid eligibility by removing discriminatory practices that have historically affected vulnerable populations. By aligning the eligibility criteria across different HUSKY programs, the legislation intends to create a more inclusive healthcare system that does not disadvantage elderly persons and individuals with disabilities in accessing necessary health benefits.