Senate approves Medicaid coverage expansion for birthing centers
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Summary
On third reading the Senate passed House Bill 4 to extend Medicaid coverage to birthing centers; the bill passed the Senate by recorded vote (30 yeas, 1 nay).
The Wyoming Senate on Feb. 25 passed House Bill 4, which expands Medicaid coverage to birthing centers. The bill was read three times on the floor, faced no discussion during third reading, and passed by recorded vote.
The assistant chief clerk called the roll for the third reading; the final tally was 30 yeas and 1 nay. With that majority, the Senate found House Bill 4 had received the affirmative vote of the majority of members present and passed the Senate.
Next steps: House Bill 4, having passed the Senate, proceeds to any necessary enrollment and transmittal steps consistent with the legislative process.
