HB 2582 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Creates provisions relating to MO HealthNet eligibility requirements

HB 2582 requires applicants for Missouri's MO HealthNet program to verify they are not enrolled in another state's Medicaid program or a qualified health plan under the Affordable Care Act. It directly affects individuals seeking MO HealthNet benefits who currently have coverage elsewhere, including those relocating from other states. The bill mandates applicants provide a certificate of non-enrollment from their previous state program if applicable, and requires them to terminate that enrollment before MO HealthNet approval can be granted. This change adds a verification step to the application process without altering existing eligibility criteria for MO HealthNet.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 29, 2025 Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Dec 29, 2025
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Bob Titus
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