HB448 Alabama 2020 Session
In Committee
Bill Summary
Sponsors
Session
Regular Session 2020
Title
Medicaid, extend postpartum coverage for eligible pregnant women to one year after birth
Description
Under federal law, a pregnant woman who is eligible for medical assistance under Medicaid must be provided medical assistance for a period of 60 days after giving birth
This bill would extend the period during which a pregnant woman who is eligible to receive medical assistance under Medicaid may continue to receive Medicaid assistance from 60 days to one year after giving birth
Relating to Medicaid; to extend the postpartum coverage period for pregnant women eligible for Medicaid assistance.
Subjects
Medicaid
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2020 | H | Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Ways and Means General Fund |
Bill Text
Bill News
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Bill Text | HB448 Alabama 2020 Session - Introduced |