Medicaid Outreach and Assistance for Communities Act of 2026

This legislation seeks to bolster state efforts in Medicaid outreach and enrollment by increasing federal financial contributions. It proposes to amend the Social Security Act to provide 100 percent federal matching funds for state expenditures related to informing and assisting eligible individuals in enrolling in Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The bill's findings highlight concerns that recent policy changes, including work reporting requirements and more frequent eligibility redeterminations, have created significant administrative barriers. These barriers are anticipated to cause many eligible individuals to lose or fail to obtain coverage due to complexity and documentation burdens. By fully funding outreach and enrollment activities, the bill aims to help individuals navigate these systems and ensure continued access to vital health insurance.