01 — The Text
What.
- Requires state Medicaid and CHIP programs to have a system for updating enrollee addresses.
- Mandates managed care plans report addresses directly verified by enrollees to states.
- Creates statutory requirement where previously no formal address-tracking rule existed.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Medicaid/CHIP enrollees benefit: accurate addresses reduce missed mail about coverage changes or benefits.
- States and insurers improve their records, reducing administrative costs from undeliverable notices.
- Healthcare providers get better contact info, enabling timely outreach for preventive care and appointments.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill introduced Feb. 5, referred to House Energy and Commerce Committee. Typical committee review takes weeks to months.
- Committee will decide whether to hold hearings and vote on advancing it to the full House.
- Citizens can contact their House representative to support or oppose the bill.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Feb 5, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Feb 5, 2025 — Introduced in House
- Feb 5, 2025 — Introduced in House