Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise the Medicaid Expansion Program in Montana by amending various sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). Key changes include the introduction of a taxpayer integrity fee for program participants who own certain assets, such as multiple light vehicles or agricultural land exceeding specified values. The fee structure is detailed, with a base fee of $100 per month, plus additional charges based on the value of assets exceeding set limits. The bill also revises community engagement requirements for Medicaid participants, mandating 80 hours of engagement activities monthly for individuals aged 19 to 55, while providing exemptions for specific circumstances, such as medical conditions or caregiving responsibilities.

Additionally, the bill modifies the termination provisions of the Medicaid program, shifting from a fixed termination date to a contingent termination based on the acquisition of necessary approvals or waivers from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This change ensures that the program remains operational until the next legislative session if the required approvals are not obtained. The bill also introduces a nonseverability clause, indicating that if any part of the act is deemed unconstitutional, all parts will be invalidated. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(1): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(2): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(3): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(4): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(5): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1(6): 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308
SB0199_1: 15-30-2660, 53-6-1308