California AB2161 establishes Medi-Cal work or community engagement requirements.

California AB2161 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to implement work or community engagement requirements for Medi-Cal eligibility. These requirements include demonstrating work, community service, educational enrollment, or other specified activities for at least 80 hours per month. Exemptions apply to certain groups, such as individuals under 19, those with disabilities, and veterans with total disabilities. The Department of Health Care Services must verify compliance using available data sources and allow individuals to add information through consent-based platforms.

California AB2161 establishes Medi-Cal work or community engagement requirements.

California AB2161 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to implement work or community engagement requirements for Medi-Cal eligibility. These requirements include demonstrating work, community service, educational enrollment, or other specified activities for at least 80 hours per month. Exemptions apply to certain groups, such as individuals under 19, those with disabilities, and veterans with total disabilities. The Department of Health Care Services must verify compliance using available data sources and allow individuals to add information through consent-based platforms.