H.R.4641

The Keep Kids Covered Act extends Medicaid and CHIP coverage for children.

The Keep Kids Covered Act amends titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to extend Medicaid and CHIP coverage for children. It mandates continuous eligibility for children under age 6 and former foster youth up to age 26. The act also requires states to update contact information annually for children enrolled in Medicaid for over 12 months. The changes will take effect one year after the bill's enactment.