The bill directs the Department of Public Health and Human Services in Montana to apply for amendments to existing Medicaid section 1115 waivers to reinstate 12-month continuous eligibility for certain Medicaid coverage groups. Specifically, it targets parents, caretaker relatives, and adults eligible for Medicaid under Title 53, chapter 6, part 13, allowing them to receive uninterrupted coverage as it was prior to specific waiver amendments approved in March and December of 2021. The department is required to submit these amendments by September 30, 2025.
Additionally, the bill establishes an immediate effective date upon passage and approval. This legislative action aims to enhance Medicaid coverage stability for vulnerable populations in Montana, ensuring that eligible individuals can maintain their health care access without the risk of losing coverage due to changes in eligibility status.