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HB 1529

Tax Commissioner; information sharing, eligibility for medical assistance.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Garrett McGuire

Virginia bill allows Tax Commissioner to share taxpayer data with medical assistance agencies to verify eligibility and prevent improper benefit distribution.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0478)
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Bill Summary · HB 1529

Legislative bill overview

HB 1529 authorizes the Virginia Tax Commissioner to share taxpayer information with agencies administering medical assistance programs. This allows for data exchange between tax authorities and Medicaid/FAMIS administrators to verify eligibility and prevent improper benefit distribution.

Why is this important

Medical assistance programs require accurate income verification to determine eligibility and benefit levels. Direct access to tax records can reduce administrative delays, improve accuracy of benefit determinations, and potentially identify cases of fraud or ineligibility. This affects thousands of Virginians receiving state health benefits and the program's operational efficiency.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy concerns: Sharing tax information with additional government agencies raises questions about data security, scope of access, and whether safeguards adequately protect sensitive financial information
  • Scope of authority: The bill's language regarding what information can be shared and under what circumstances may need clarification to prevent overreach
  • Implementation costs: Health and human services agencies may require resources to integrate with tax commissioner systems and establish secure data-sharing protocols

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

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