Senators send Medicaid work requirements to Indiana governor’s desk

Senators send Medicaid work requirements to Indiana governor’s desk

A signature from Gov. Mike Braun is all that remains for a Medicaid work requirements bill to become law, though such a move would require federal approval before it could go into effect.

Senators send Medicaid work requirements to governor’s desk

A signature from Gov. Mike Braun is all that remains for a Medicaid work requirements bill to become law, though such a move would require federal approval before it could go into effect.

Indiana Senators send Medicaid work requirements to governor’s desk

A signature from Gov. Mike Braun is all that remains for a Medicaid work requirements bill to become law, though such a move would require federal approval before it could go into effect.

Medicaid Work Requirements Bill Passes Indiana Senate

STATEHOUSE–The bill that some lawmakers believe will kick some of the two million Hoosiers on Medicaid, off of the program, passed the state Senate this afternoon 37-10. The bill will make more eligibility checks lawful. Some Republicans believe it is time for Hoosiers who were added to Medicaid rolls during COVID, who did not actually belong on the program, to come off. “Our rolls opened wide open because of COVID. We received additional monies…

Why Better Data and Awareness Matter for Medicaid Work Requirements

With policymakers considering work requirements for Medicaid eligibility, Jennifer Haley, principal research associate in the Health Policy Division at the Urban Institute, said it’s more important than ever to understand how those changes could unintentionally cause harm, particularly when data systems fall short and public awareness is limited.