A Kansas Senate bill introduced in February is aiming to broaden Children’s Health Insurance Program eligibility in the state.
SB 271 strives to raise the income threshold for CHIP eligibility from 250% of the federal poverty line, removing the prior 2008 baseline. In 2008, the federal poverty level was $21,200 for a family of four. Now, it is $32,150.
The bill would also remove the eight-month waiting period for new participants with a family income at 200% the federal poverty level. The most up-to-date version bill also includes coverage for pregnant minors.
Both the Senate and House have passed the bill, and it is now awaiting further Senate review of the amendments.
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