The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5197, aims to amend title 17b of the general statutes to enhance access to Medicaid for adults aged nineteen and over. Specifically, the bill seeks to establish equivalent income eligibility standards for adults participating in the HUSKY A, C, and D programs. Additionally, it proposes to eliminate the consideration of assets in the eligibility determinations for these programs.

The primary goal of this legislation is to ensure equal access to Medicaid-funded healthcare for older adults and adults with disabilities. By standardizing income eligibility and removing asset considerations, the bill intends to simplify the application process and expand healthcare access for vulnerable populations.