Establishes the MinnesotaCare public option, expands eligibility, sets premiums, and outlines enrollment rules.

The bill establishes the MinnesotaCare public option, a health coverage plan under the MinnesotaCare program. It expands eligibility to families and individuals with incomes above the maximum income eligibility limit for MinnesotaCare. The public option will have a premium scale based on household income and federal poverty guidelines. Enrollment is limited to annual open enrollment periods or special enrollment periods. The bill also outlines administrative functions for MNsure, including processing applications and setting cost-sharing for enrollees.

Establishes the MinnesotaCare public option, expands eligibility, sets premiums, and outlines enrollment rules.

The bill establishes the MinnesotaCare public option, a health coverage plan under the MinnesotaCare program. It expands eligibility to families and individuals with incomes above the maximum income eligibility limit for MinnesotaCare. The public option will have a premium scale based on household income and federal poverty guidelines. Enrollment is limited to annual open enrollment periods or special enrollment periods. The bill also outlines administrative functions for MNsure, including processing applications and setting cost-sharing for enrollees.