Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act
Sen. Kennedy Introduces Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act to Require Work for Benefits
This bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Finance. It is in the early stages of the lawmaking process and has no upcoming votes scheduled. The bill is actively moving through the initial steps of consideration.
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While this is a top priority for many Republicans, it faces strong opposition from Democrats who argue it creates red tape that kicks people off their health insurance.
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Gig workers with irregular hours may struggle to consistently meet the 20-hour weekly average requirement. Unlike traditional employees with set schedules, gig workers often have fluctuating workloads, and documenting their hours could pose additional challenges under this requirement.
“The adult works 20 hours or more per week, based on a monthly average.”
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
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4 articlesA pair of federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to require some Medicaid recipients to work to receive benefits
Republican Sens. John Kennedy and Eric Schmitt introduced the Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act on Feb. 6. The bill would require able-bodied adults without dependents to work or volunteer at least 20 hours a week to receive benefits, potentially saving $109 billion over 10 years.
Where SNAP and Medicaid cuts in Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' could hit Americans hardest
The sweeping budget bill signed by President Trump includes significant changes to Medicaid, including a federal mandate for work requirements. The policy requires 80 hours of community engagement per month, a major shift for the program's expansion population.
Senate bill allowed to 'defund' Planned Parenthood through Medicaid changes
While focusing on Planned Parenthood, the Senate budget bill also fast-tracks nationwide Medicaid work requirements. The provision requires able-bodied adults to document 20 hours of work or volunteering weekly to maintain their health benefits.
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Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act
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