H.R. 4384: Excluding Illegal Aliens from Medicaid Act

This bill, titled the Excluding Illegal Aliens from Medicaid Act, aims to modify the requirements and financial assistance related to Medicaid eligibility for certain non-citizen individuals, particularly those not legally residing in the United States. Below is a breakdown of the key provisions of the bill:

Change of Effective Date for Medicaid Eligibility

The bill proposes to change the effective date for Medicaid eligibility for certain non-citizen individuals from October 1, 2026, to July 4, 2025. This means that any changes to Medicaid eligibility regarding these individuals would be implemented earlier than previously planned.

Expansion of Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP)

The bill also aims to allow for increased federal financial assistance (FMAP) for states that provide healthcare payments to certain individuals who are not considered legal residents. Some specific terms defined in the bill include:

• Specified State: A state that provides any financial assistance or comprehensive health benefits to non-legal residents, as defined in the bill, during a specific quarter.
• Alien: Refers to any individual who is not a U.S. citizen or national, as defined by immigration law.
• Qualified Alien: This term refers to certain non-citizens who meet specific criteria under U.S. laws, including refugees and individuals who have been granted asylum.

Implications of the Bill

The modifications suggested in this bill are intended to provide states with further guidelines and adjustments in funding to ensure that federal resources are allocated correctly regarding the healthcare of individuals not legally residing in the U.S.

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