Assembly Bill 97 aims to extend the eligibility period for Medical Assistance benefits for postpartum women in Wisconsin. Currently, these benefits are available until the last day of the month following the 60th day after the end of pregnancy. The bill proposes to extend this period to the last day of the month in which the 365th day after the pregnancy ends falls, contingent upon approval from the federal Department of Health and Human Services. This change is intended to provide additional support to postpartum women during their recovery and transition period.

The bill amends several sections of the statutes, specifically changing references from the 90th day to the 365th day in multiple provisions related to eligibility for Medical Assistance benefits. These amendments include sections 49.46 (1) (a) 1m., 49.46 (1) (j), 49.47 (4) (ag) 2., 49.471 (6) (b), and 49.471 (7) (b) 1. By making these changes, the bill seeks to enhance the support available to women during the critical postpartum period, thereby improving maternal health outcomes in Wisconsin.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49.46(1)(a)1m, 49.46, 49.46(1)(j), 49.47(4)(ag)2, 49.47, 49.471(6)(b), 49.471, 49.471(7)(b)1