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LB 153

Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for postpartum coverage

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dunixi Guereca and 2 co-sponsors

Bill 8 SummaryMain Purpose: Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for postpartum Medicaid coverage.Key Provisions:- Intends to extend p

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Bill Summary · LB 153

Bill 8 Summary

Main Purpose: Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for postpartum Medicaid coverage.

Key Provisions:
- Intends to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage to at least six months for mothers who received prenatal coverage through the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) unborn child option.

Affected Parties:
- Mothers who receive prenatal coverage through CHIP
- The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Procedural/Timeline Aspects:
- The bill has been scheduled for a hearing before the Health and Human Services Committee on March 14, 2025.

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

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