Committee discusses Medi‑Cal changes, HR1 mitigation and immigrant coverage delays
Department of Finance and committee members described Medi‑Cal adjustments and funding to delay or mitigate federal HR1 cuts; speakers highlighted a $1.3 billion general fund augmentation for Medi‑Cal to implement HR1 requirements and temporary delays to some adult dental and benefit changes.
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Members and DOF staff outlined how the three‑party agreement addresses prospective federal HR1 changes and Medi‑Cal program design. Jessica Holmes said the budget includes $1.3 billion general fund in 2026–27 for Medi‑Cal to implement HR1 requirements and a $300,000,000 ongoing healthcare affordability reserve to expand subsidies for Covered California enrollees.
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