SB3462

SB3462 expands Medicaid eligibility in Illinois to certain noncitizens.

SB3462 amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to expand Medicaid eligibility to certain noncitizens. It includes persons with pending asylum applications, those with pending U or T nonimmigrant status applications, and others with specific immigration statuses. The bill sets income guidelines and eligibility criteria for different age groups and conditions, such as pregnancy or disability. It also includes provisions for coverage during emergencies like COVID-19 and ensures certain assets are not considered in eligibility determinations.