Hawaii HB1349 appropriates funds for Medicaid coverage for income-qualified pregnant persons and children regardless of immigration status.
Hawaii HB1349 aims to provide Medicaid coverage through the Children's Health Insurance Program to income-qualified pregnant persons and children who are ineligible due to their immigration status. The bill allocates funds for this purpose, recognizing the increased risks faced by low-income immigrants without access to prenatal care. The coverage is intended to reduce barriers and improve access to health care for these populations. The appropriations are set for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with the program set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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