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SB 800

AN ACT INCREASING ASSET LIMITS FOR HUSKY C ELIGIBILITY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tony Hwang

SB 800 raises asset eligibility thresholds for Connecticut's HUSKY C Medicaid program, expanding healthcare coverage to people with modest savings.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Human Services
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Bill Summary · SB 800

Legislative bill overview

SB 800 proposes to increase the asset limits that determine eligibility for HUSKY C, Connecticut's Medicaid program for low-income residents. Currently, HUSKY C has strict asset caps that disqualify applicants who own certain amounts in savings, investments, or property (excluding their primary home). This bill would raise those thresholds, allowing more people to qualify for the healthcare coverage.

Why is this important

HUSKY C serves as a critical safety net for Connecticut residents unable to afford private insurance. Asset limits are often outdated and don't reflect real costs of living, meaning working families with modest savings get denied coverage. Raising these limits could expand healthcare access to thousands of people while reducing administrative denials of otherwise eligible applicants.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Higher asset limits will likely increase program enrollment and state healthcare spending, raising questions about budget sustainability and funding sources
  • Definition of "assets": Disputes over what counts toward limits (retirement accounts, vehicles, burial funds) and whether exemptions are appropriate
  • Target population debate: Disagreement over whether benefits should expand to those with more savings versus focusing limited resources on the poorest populations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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