The bill directs the Department of Public Health and Human Services to apply for and implement continuous eligibility for children under the age of 6 enrolled in the Healthy Montana Kids Plan. It establishes legislative findings that highlight the importance of consistent health coverage during early childhood, noting that fluctuations in family income can lead to frequent disenrollment and reenrollment in health programs. The bill emphasizes that continuous eligibility will improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance children's readiness for school by ensuring they receive ongoing preventive care.

Additionally, the bill mandates the department to seek necessary waivers from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to allow for this continuous eligibility until a child turns 6 years old. It requires the department to report back to the legislature on the waiver decisions and to implement the continuous eligibility policy by January 1, 2024, if approved. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.