HB 5645·WV·house
Relating to Medicaid program integrity and work requirements
In CommitteeFiled Feb 17, 2026
Sponsor: Burkhammer
Latest Action
To House Government Organization
Feb 17, 2026
Summary
The bill adds work‑hour requirements for able‑bodied adults to receive SNAP and Medicaid, limiting benefits to three months in a 36‑month period unless they work, study or volunteer at least 20 hours per week. It also prohibits illegal immigrants from receiving SNAP benefits. New verification and reporting rules are created for the Department of Human Services.
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