Codifies Medicaid coverage for eligible pregnant women for 365-day period beginning on last day of pregnancy.

This bill (A5321) codifies Medicaid coverage for eligible pregnant women for a 365-day period beginning on the last day of pregnancy. It extends current coverage that has been provided since FY 2022 through budget language and the NJ FamilyCare 1115 demonstration, aligning with federal changes that allow states to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months instead of 60 days. The coverage applies to pregnant women whose income does not exceed the highest income eligibility level established for pregnant women under New Jersey's Medicaid plan. This policy is currently in effect through June 30, 2028, under the existing demonstration authority.