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Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · March 6, 2026

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Introduced February 27, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB786

AN ACT relating to Medicaid eligibility.

Amend KRS 205.592 to extend Medicaid eligibility for new parents from 12 months to 24 months postpartum; require the Cabinet for Health and Familly Services or the Department for Medicaid Services to seek federal approval if it is determined that such approval is necessary; provide authorization from the General Assembly to make changes to the Medicaid program as required under KRS 205.5372(1).

Health and Medical Services Medicaid Men Public Assistance Reproductive Issues Women

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This bill would extend Medicaid health coverage for new parents in Kentucky from 12 months to 24 months after giving birth. If federal approval is needed to make this change, the state agency would be required to seek it. The goal is to keep new parents insured for a longer period during the postpartum period. Who it may affect: new mothers and fathers on Medicaid, and state health agencies responsible for administering the program.

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