SB284 Alabama 2022 Session
In Committee
Bill Summary
Sponsors
Session
Regular Session 2022
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 1, 2022 | S | Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Finance and Taxation General Fund |
Bill Calendar
| Type | Date | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearing | March 16, 2022 | ROOM 825 at 00:00 | Senate F&TG Hearing |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Bill Text | SB284 Alabama 2022 Session - Introduced |
| Fiscal Note | Fiscal Note - SB284 for Finance and Taxation General Fund |