Senate Bill 851, also known as House Bill 1101, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 71, Chapter 5, to authorize the governor to expand Medicaid eligibility in accordance with the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The bill replaces the existing language in Section 71-5-126, granting the governor the authority to negotiate with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the terms of Medicaid expansion.

This legislation aims to enhance access to healthcare for eligible individuals in Tennessee by allowing for the expansion of Medicaid under federal guidelines. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of improving public welfare through expanded healthcare coverage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 71-5-126