New Jersey A1357 would authorize comprehensive health care coverage for undocumented immigrant aliens.

New Jersey A1357 amends existing law to allow undocumented immigrant aliens to obtain full medical assistance coverage under the State Medicaid program. This coverage is contingent on the Commissioner of Human Services determining that systems are in place for implementation. The bill mandates that the Commissioner attempt to maximize federal financial participation for these provisions. If federal funding is unavailable, the coverage will be financed with State funds. The bill also requires the Commissioner to adopt necessary rules and regulations to implement these changes.

New Jersey A1357 would authorize comprehensive health care coverage for undocumented immigrant aliens.

New Jersey A1357 amends existing law to allow undocumented immigrant aliens to obtain full medical assistance coverage under the State Medicaid program. This coverage is contingent on the Commissioner of Human Services determining that systems are in place for implementation. The bill mandates that the Commissioner attempt to maximize federal financial participation for these provisions. If federal funding is unavailable, the coverage will be financed with State funds. The bill also requires the Commissioner to adopt necessary rules and regulations to implement these changes.