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HB 1148

Medicaid; make various amendments to the provisions of the program.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Missy McGee

Mississippi bill proposing unspecified Medicaid program amendments died in Senate committee after House passage, leaving proposed healthcare coverage changes unimplemented.

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Bill Summary · HB 1148

Legislative bill overview

HB 1148 is a Mississippi bill that proposes various amendments to the state's Medicaid program, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill passed the House on January 23, 2025, with a committee substitute, but ultimately died in the Senate Medicaid Committee on March 4, 2025.

Why is this important

Medicaid amendments can significantly affect healthcare coverage, eligibility requirements, and benefits for Mississippi residents, particularly low-income individuals and families. The fate of this bill determines whether proposed changes to the state's healthcare program will take effect.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific nature of the "various amendments" is unclear from available records, making it difficult to assess which stakeholder groups would benefit or be adversely affected
  • Committee substitute adoption on January 23 suggests the original bill language was modified, potentially altering its scope or impact
  • The bill's death in committee rather than full Senate consideration indicates insufficient support, though the reasons for opposition are not documented in this record

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

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