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SB 1304

Insurance, Health, Accident - As enacted, extends the Access Tennessee health insurance program from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2030. - Amends TCA Section 56-7-2916.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee extends its Access Tennessee health insurance program from June 2025 to June 2030, maintaining coverage for uninsured residents for five additional years.

Pub. Ch. 185
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Bill Summary · SB 1304

Legislative bill overview

SB 1304 extends Tennessee's Access Tennessee health insurance program by five years, moving its expiration date from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2030. The bill amends the existing statute governing the program to provide continuity of coverage for participating individuals through this extended timeline.

Why is this important

Access Tennessee is a state health insurance program that provides coverage to uninsured Tennesseans who don't qualify for traditional insurance. Extending it prevents coverage gaps for thousands of current enrollees and allows the state to maintain infrastructure for health insurance access, though the program's long-term sustainability beyond 2030 remains unresolved.

Potential points of contention

  • Program financing: No information in the bill summary about how the five-year extension will be funded, raising questions about state budget implications and whether funding mechanisms are adequate
  • Temporary nature: The extension is time-limited, meaning the program still faces an expiration deadline in 2030, leaving long-term uncertainty for enrollees and policymakers
  • Coverage gaps: The program may not serve all uninsured populations, leaving questions about who remains without access and whether alternative solutions are being developed

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

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