Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to MO HealthNet
HJR 188 proposes a constitutional amendment to expand Missouri's MO HealthNet eligibility. It would make individuals aged 19-65 with income at or below 133% of the federal poverty level automatically eligible for coverage, aligning with federal Medicaid standards. The amendment removes specific restrictions (subsections 5-6) that previously limited eligibility criteria for this group. If approved by voters, Missouri would need to update its state plan with federal authorities to implement this change. The bill requires voter approval before taking effect, as it amends the state constitution.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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3
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Committee
1
May 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Feb 12, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dirk Deaton
RRepublican
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