The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 326, aims to gradually eliminate the asset limits for the HUSKY C health program over a five-year period, starting July 1, 2026. The bill mandates the Commissioner of Social Services to increase the asset limits for both unmarried and married individuals in a series of steps: from $1,600 to $10,000 for unmarried persons and from $2,400 to $15,000 for married persons in the first year, with further increases each subsequent year until the asset limit is completely removed by the fiscal year ending June 30, 2031.

Additionally, the bill allows individuals whose income exceeds the HUSKY C program limits to qualify by spending down their excess income on medical bills. The Commissioner is also required to report annually on the number of eligible participants and any increased costs to the state resulting from these changes. The bill reflects a significant shift in policy aimed at improving access to healthcare for low-income individuals and families.