Expands Medicaid eligibility in Texas to individuals eligible under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

The bill amends the Texas Human Resources Code to expand Medicaid eligibility to individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, contingent on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment. It mandates the Health and Human Services Commission to provide medical assistance to applicants with available federal funds. The commission must report annually on the effects of this expansion, including on uninsured individuals, state and local health care costs, and charity care. The changes take effect January 1, 2026, only if approved by voters.

Expands Medicaid eligibility in Texas to individuals eligible under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

The bill amends the Texas Human Resources Code to expand Medicaid eligibility to individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, contingent on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment. It mandates the Health and Human Services Commission to provide medical assistance to applicants with available federal funds. The commission must report annually on the effects of this expansion, including on uninsured individuals, state and local health care costs, and charity care. The changes take effect January 1, 2026, only if approved by voters.