SB0164Introduced in the Senate
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 71, Chapter 5, relative to TennCare.
Introduced by Jeff Yarbro, District 21
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, directs the bureau to establish a temporary TennCare benefits program to provide medical assistance on a temporary basis to certain individuals who do not qualify for enrollment in TennCare, CoverKids, or a successor program; requires the bureau to submit a waiver to the federal centers for medicare and medicaid services by December 31, 2025. - Amends TCA Title 71, Chapter 5.
Where it stands
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
January 27, 2025
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
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