This bill mandates the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive study on the effects of recent Medicaid changes on residents' access to health care. The report will cover various aspects, including the number of individuals affected by changes in health care coverage, the impact on non-profit health care organizations, timely access to care, and the implications for those on the Choices for Independence waiver. Additionally, it will assess how reductions in federal funding could affect the state budget and local communities. The commissioner is required to submit an interim report by November 1, 2026, and a final report by July 1, 2027.

The bill does not allocate funding or authorize new positions but anticipates a one-time cost of up to $500,000 for external services to meet the reporting requirements, with funding split between general and federal sources. The language of the bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new provisions to ensure that Granite Staters receive comprehensive and appropriate health care in light of the changes.