Reentry Act of 2025

Summary#

This bill would change title XIX of the Social Security Act to allow States to make Medicaid medical assistance available to an individual during the 30-day period before that person is released from a public institution. It also requires the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC) to report to Congress within 18 months. The report must describe health care and safety standards in correctional settings, assess provider and facility licensing and accreditation, estimate how many incarcerated people would be eligible for Medicaid enrollment under the change, analyze preliminary impacts on coverage and reentry, describe current discharge and enrollment practices, and offer recommendations if appropriate.

What it means for you#

• Individuals who are incarcerated and near release: States would be allowed to enroll or provide Medicaid coverage during the 30 days before release, which could affect access to medical and behavioral health care as they leave custody.
• State Medicaid agencies and correctional facilities: The change would encourage coordination on enrollment and discharge planning for people leaving incarceration.
• Policymakers and service providers: MACPAC must deliver a detailed report that could inform future actions on health coverage and reentry supports.

Expenses#

No publicly available information on federal cost estimates or specific funding in the bill text. The bill does not include budget numbers or detailed cost estimates for States or the Federal Government.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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