in-20260916-IR-405260321ONA: OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF FAMILY AND SOCIAL SERVICES
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Notice of Change in Immigrant Eligibility in Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) In accordance with the public notice requirements outlined in 42 CFR 457.65(b), the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning (OMPP) announces its intention to submit an amendment to Indiana's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The public comment period is open from September 16, 2026, to October 16, 2026. In response to Section 71109 of the Working Families Tax Cut Act, FSSA, OMPP is proposing changes to the eligibility criteria for granting full-coverage Medicaid for certain immigrants. Effective October 1, 2026, the only acceptable statuses will be the following: The Division of Family Resources (DFR) will review immigration status for potentially impacted members prior to October 1, 2026. The number impacted and fiscal impact is not yet known as these members will need to submit new information or attest to a qualified status, and have it validated by the federal interfaces used to verify citizenship and immigration status. However, there is no potential for increased costs to Medicaid assistance with this change. Coverage will end for impacted CHIP members who do not meet the new eligibility criteria. A copy of this notice is now on file at the Indiana Government Center South, 402 West Washington Street, Room W451 and is open for public inspection. Also, a copy of this notice is now available and may be inspected by...
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