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HB 1782

Relating to eligibility for Medicaid for breast and cervical cancer.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Donna Howard

HB 1782 expands Texas Medicaid eligibility for uninsured individuals diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer, improving access to treatment and reducing financial hardship.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 1782

Legislative bill overview

HB 1782 modifies Texas Medicaid eligibility requirements specifically for individuals diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer. The bill would expand access to Medicaid coverage for cancer patients who may not otherwise qualify under standard income or categorical eligibility criteria. This represents a targeted health care access intervention focused on two cancer types with significant public health implications.

Why is this important

Breast and cervical cancers require ongoing treatment, monitoring, and supportive care that can be financially catastrophic without insurance coverage. Many cancer patients exhaust savings during treatment and need Medicaid, but standard eligibility rules may exclude them based on timing or circumstances. Expanding Medicaid access for these conditions could improve treatment outcomes, reduce medical debt, and lower uncompensated care costs for hospitals.

Potential points of contention

  • Medicaid funding concerns: Texas has historically resisted Medicaid expansion; critics may argue this creates unsustainable cost obligations or sets precedent for broader expansion
  • Disease-specific eligibility: Opponents may question why these two cancers receive preferential treatment over other serious illnesses (heart disease, diabetes, etc.)
  • Program design details: Unclear whether the bill includes income thresholds, time limits on coverage, or maintenance-of-effort requirements that could affect implementation and cost projections

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

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