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HB 1227

Medicaid Enrollment for Permanently Disabled Individuals

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Robin Bartleman and 10 co-sponsors

HB 1227 expands Medicaid eligibility for permanently disabled Floridians; died in committee but companion bill SB 2514 passed into law.

Died in Appropriations, companion bill(s) passed, see SB 2514 (Ch. 2025-204)
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Bill Summary · HB 1227

Legislative bill overview

HB 1227 would expand Medicaid enrollment eligibility for permanently disabled individuals in Florida by removing or modifying certain restrictions that currently limit access. The bill died in the Appropriations Committee during the 2025 legislative session, though a companion bill (SB 2514) passed and was signed into law.

Why is this important

Medicaid expansion for disabled populations affects healthcare access for vulnerable individuals who often face high medical costs and limited income. The passage of the companion bill (SB 2514) suggests that some form of this policy was enacted, potentially improving coverage for permanently disabled Floridians while also creating state budget implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Expanding Medicaid enrollment increases state and federal healthcare costs; the Appropriations Committee's rejection suggests budget concerns were significant
  • Scope of "permanently disabled": Defining who qualifies as permanently disabled involves medical and administrative determinations that can be contentious
  • Implementation complexity: Changes to enrollment procedures require administrative infrastructure and may create implementation delays or inconsistencies

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

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