In CommitteeFiled Aug 4, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Aug 4, 2026
Summary
The legislation removes current limits on Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, and Veterans Affairs health benefits for individuals who are in custody while their criminal cases are pending. It would let these people keep their health coverage during that time, aiming to improve access to medical care for a vulnerable population.
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