S.B. No. 179 proposes the establishment of a public outreach and education campaign aimed at mixed-status families to inform them about eligibility for Medicaid and the Child Health Plan Program. The bill defines a "mixed-status family" as one where at least one member is a non-citizen while another is a U.S. citizen or national. The campaign will focus on clearly explaining eligibility requirements related to residency and citizenship, reassuring families that a child's benefits will not impact the immigration status of their parents, and ensuring that information is accessible in multiple languages, particularly English and Spanish.

To support this initiative, the bill mandates the development of informational materials that are current, clear, and easy to understand, which will also be available in the languages spoken by the targeted populations. The campaign will utilize various outreach methods, including presentations at health fairs and collaboration with community organizations. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.