This bill amends the Young Adult Bridge to Independence Act to expand eligibility for the program to include young adults who are not lawfully present in the United States. Specifically, it modifies existing statutes to ensure that verification of lawful presence is not required for participation in the program. The bill also mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services file a state plan amendment to provide medical assistance to these young adults, regardless of their immigration status, thereby allowing them access to necessary health care services under the medical assistance program.

Additionally, the bill outlines that services provided under the Young Adult Bridge to Independence Act will apply to all eligible young adults, including those without lawful immigration status, starting January 1, 2026. It requires the department to submit an application to amend the Medicaid state plan to include these young adults and sets a deadline for this submission by October 1, 2025. The bill also includes provisions for the department to adopt necessary rules and regulations to implement these changes effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4-110, 43-4501, 43-4505, 43-4514