The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.057, subdivision 9, which pertains to the medical assistance program for employed persons with disabilities. It maintains the eligibility criteria for individuals who are employed and meet the definition of disabled under the Supplemental Security Income program, while also establishing a $65 earned income disregard. The bill allows individuals to retain eligibility for up to four consecutive months after job loss under certain conditions, such as being temporarily unable to work due to a medical condition or losing employment for reasons not attributable to them.

Additionally, the bill modifies the premium payment requirements for enrollees. It specifies that nonpayment of premiums will not result in disenrollment unless the enrollee demonstrates good cause for nonpayment, which is a significant change from the previous requirement. The bill also includes provisions for premium calculations based on income and family size, as well as adjustments based on federal poverty guidelines. Furthermore, it ensures that enrollees whose income does not exceed 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines and who are enrolled in Medicare will be reimbursed for their Medicare part B premiums.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.057