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Due Process Continuity of Care Act

USA119th CongressS-1720| Senate 
| Updated: 5/12/2025
Bill Cassidy

Bill Cassidy

Republican Senator

Louisiana

Cosponsors (5)
Thomas Tillis (Republican)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Elissa Slotkin (Democratic)Raphael G. Warnock (Democratic)

Finance Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, known as the Due Process Continuity of Care Act , seeks to ensure continuous medical care for individuals within the justice system. It amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to eliminate the Medicaid coverage exclusion for individuals who are in custody pending the disposition of charges . This crucial change enables states to provide Medicaid benefits to these individuals, preventing the termination of their eligibility solely due to pre-conviction incarceration. Although states may still suspend coverage during custody, this reform facilitates easier reinstatement of benefits and better coordination of care. To assist states in implementing this significant policy shift, the bill authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award planning grants . These grants will help states develop the necessary infrastructure and provider capacity to effectively deliver medical assistance to the newly eligible population. Grant activities include assessing health treatment needs, identifying policy barriers, and creating plans to recruit and train healthcare providers, particularly for physical and behavioral health treatment , including substance use disorder services. States must also establish robust electronic health record systems for billing and ensure quality of care, with $50,000,000 authorized for these geographically diverse grants.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 117-2697
Due Process Continuity of Care Act

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-971
Due Process Continuity of Care Act
May 12, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 12, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sep 8, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1510
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Dexter asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1510, a bill originally introduced by Representative Turner (TX), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 117-2697
    Due Process Continuity of Care Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-971
    Due Process Continuity of Care Act


  • May 12, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 12, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.


  • September 8, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1510
    ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Dexter asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1510, a bill originally introduced by Representative Turner (TX), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1510: Due Process Continuity of Care Act
Correctional facilities and imprisonmentHealth care coverage and accessIntergovernmental relationsMedicaidPerformance measurementState and local government operations

Due Process Continuity of Care Act

USA119th CongressS-1720| Senate 
| Updated: 5/12/2025
This bill, known as the Due Process Continuity of Care Act , seeks to ensure continuous medical care for individuals within the justice system. It amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to eliminate the Medicaid coverage exclusion for individuals who are in custody pending the disposition of charges . This crucial change enables states to provide Medicaid benefits to these individuals, preventing the termination of their eligibility solely due to pre-conviction incarceration. Although states may still suspend coverage during custody, this reform facilitates easier reinstatement of benefits and better coordination of care. To assist states in implementing this significant policy shift, the bill authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award planning grants . These grants will help states develop the necessary infrastructure and provider capacity to effectively deliver medical assistance to the newly eligible population. Grant activities include assessing health treatment needs, identifying policy barriers, and creating plans to recruit and train healthcare providers, particularly for physical and behavioral health treatment , including substance use disorder services. States must also establish robust electronic health record systems for billing and ensure quality of care, with $50,000,000 authorized for these geographically diverse grants.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 117-2697
Due Process Continuity of Care Act

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-971
Due Process Continuity of Care Act
May 12, 2025
Introduced in Senate
May 12, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sep 8, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1510
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Dexter asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1510, a bill originally introduced by Representative Turner (TX), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 117-2697
    Due Process Continuity of Care Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-971
    Due Process Continuity of Care Act


  • May 12, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 12, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.


  • September 8, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1510
    ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Ms. Dexter asked unanimous consent that she may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1510, a bill originally introduced by Representative Turner (TX), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Bill Cassidy

Bill Cassidy

Republican Senator

Louisiana

Cosponsors (5)
Thomas Tillis (Republican)Edward J. Markey (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Elissa Slotkin (Democratic)Raphael G. Warnock (Democratic)

Finance Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1510: Due Process Continuity of Care Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Correctional facilities and imprisonmentHealth care coverage and accessIntergovernmental relationsMedicaidPerformance measurementState and local government operations