Washington HB1482 aims to ensure equitable health coverage for all residents, regardless of immigration status, by expanding the Apple Health program.

Washington HB1482 establishes the Apple Health Expansion Program to provide health coverage to low-income residents, regardless of immigration status. The program aims to achieve parity in insurance coverage rates between immigrants and citizens. The bill also creates a premium assistance and cost-sharing reduction program for individuals ineligible for federal subsidies due to immigration status. The Washington Health Benefit Exchange is tasked with managing these programs, ensuring they are accessible and equitable.

Washington HB1482 aims to ensure equitable health coverage for all residents, regardless of immigration status, by expanding the Apple Health program.

Washington HB1482 establishes the Apple Health Expansion Program to provide health coverage to low-income residents, regardless of immigration status. The program aims to achieve parity in insurance coverage rates between immigrants and citizens. The bill also creates a premium assistance and cost-sharing reduction program for individuals ineligible for federal subsidies due to immigration status. The Washington Health Benefit Exchange is tasked with managing these programs, ensuring they are accessible and equitable.