H.J.Res.154

Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to MO HealthNet work requirements

Chamber Passed·2/23/26

Missouri HJR154 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish work requirements for certain MO HealthNet recipients.

Missouri HJR154 proposes a constitutional amendment to modify eligibility for MO HealthNet services. It specifies that individuals aged 19-64 with incomes at or below 133% of the federal poverty level must meet work requirements to qualify for MO HealthNet. The amendment mandates that the Department of Social Services and the MO HealthNet Division implement these work requirements, including accepting self-attestation at the time of application and verifying exemptions. It also prohibits additional optional exemptions unless expressly authorized by a general statute law.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 101–46 · Feb 23
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

99 Yea

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48 Nay

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11 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8

8:00 AM

Families, Seniors and Health Hearing

Apr 1

8:00 AM

Families, Seniors and Health Hearing

History

Apr 23

Senate

Motion to Reconsider Adopted (S) - Failed Do Pass motion

Apr 23

Senate

Executive Session Held (S)

Apr 23

Senate

SCS Voted Do Pass (S)