Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

HB 316 would expand Medicaid eligibility to certain low-income adults under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA), specifically targeting individuals who currently fall above the state's existing income threshold but qualify under the ACA's expanded criteria. This change would directly affect working adults and families who earn too much for traditional Medicaid but still struggle to afford health insurance. The bill's key provision would update the state's eligibility rules to align with the ACA's expansion, allowing more residents to access covered health services. The bill was filed on September 3, 2025, and remains pending legislative review.