MERIT-BASED HEALTH CARE – Adds to existing law to establish the Merit-Based Health Care Act.
Reported Signed by Governor on April 2, 2026 Session Law Chapter 289 Effective: 07/01/2026
Summary
The Merit‑Based Health Care Act adds a new chapter to Idaho law that prohibits health‑care providers receiving Medicaid funds from adopting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring or contracting practices. It applies to any entity or individual that participates in the state Medicaid program and sets civil penalties for violations. The measure aims to ensure that public health dollars are spent on employment decisions based on individual merit rather than race, sex, or ideology.
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