Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act
Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act
Plain Language Summary
# Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act (HR 1059) - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would require able-bodied adults between ages 18-65 to work or volunteer at least 20 hours per week to receive Medicaid health coverage. People would be exempt from this requirement if they have medical conditions preventing work, are caregivers for children or disabled family members, or meet other specified exceptions. **Who it affects:** The requirement would primarily impact working-age Medicaid recipients without disabilities or caregiving responsibilities.
It would not affect current Medicaid recipients who are seniors, children, disabled individuals, or those with qualifying exemptions. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. No action has been taken on it at this time.
CRS Official Summary
Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act This bill establishes work requirements under Medicaid for able-bodied adults. Specifically, the bill requires individuals who are between the ages of 18 and 65 and who are not otherwise unable to work due to a medical condition, family situation, or other listed reason to work or volunteer at least 20 hours per week, based on a monthly average, in order to qualify for Medicaid.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.