Children's Express Lane to Health Coverage Act of 2005
Last action on Jul 1, 2005Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Summary
The Children's Express Lane to Health Coverage Act of 2005 (H.R. 2948) would allow states to simplify the enrollment process for children in Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Under this bill, if a child is already qualified for public assistance programs with similar income requirements, such as school lunch programs or nutrition assistance, they could be automatically deemed financially eligible for health coverage. The goal of this legislation is to reduce administrative hurdles for families and ensure that eligible children receive health insurance without having to submit duplicative paperwork.
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