HF894

The legislative bill H.F. No., authored by Knudsen, Joy, Davis, Altendorf, Stier, and others, proposes to change the eligibility criteria for MinnesotaCare, a healthcare program in Minnesota. The proposed amendment specifically states that undocumented noncitizens will be ineligible for MinnesotaCare benefits.

Key points of the amendment: 1. Eligibility Restricted: Only U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawfully present noncitizens will be eligible for MinnesotaCare. 2. Definition of Undocumented Noncitizens: It defines undocumented noncitizens as individuals residing in the U.S. without the approval of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 3. Documentation for Families: Families with children who are U.S. citizens or nationals must provide satisfactory documentary evidence of their citizenship or nationality as per the federal Deficit Reduction Act of 2005.

The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256L.04, subdivision 10, reflecting these changes and stipulating that while certain lawfully present individuals and families would not be eligible for medical assistance due to their immigration status, they may still qualify for emergency medical assistance under specific conditions.