Another Call for Input on Medicaid and CHIP Program Surveys
Published Date: 4/22/2026
Notice
Summary
The government wants your thoughts on how it collects info for Medicaid and CHIP programs. This info helps keep these health programs running smoothly without causing extra hassle. If you have ideas on making the process easier or clearer, speak up by May 6, 2026!
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
CHIP Federal Funding Limited by Citizenship
Section 71109 of the Working Families Tax Cut (WFTC) limits federal financial participation (FFP) for full CHIP coverage to U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals and only three groups of noncitizens: lawful permanent residents, Cuban/Haitian entrants, and Compact of Free Association (COFA) migrants. CMS calls these three groups "FFP-eligible noncitizens."
90-Day CHIP Coverage While Documents Pending
The updated CHIP State Plan template requires states to provide coverage during a reasonable opportunity period (ROP) of at least 90 days. If you apply for CHIP, the state must provide coverage during that 90-day ROP while verification is completed, per the Non-Financial Eligibility—Citizenship template (CS 18) and its Implementation Guide.
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