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Iowa House Bill HF689

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF689

Introduced
4/6/23  
Introduced
4/6/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to provision of the state family planning services under the Medicaid program, and including effective date and repeal provisions.

Impact

Another critical aspect of HF689 is the repeal of the existing state family planning services program as stated in Section 217.41B of the Iowa Code. This repeal is contingent upon the approval from CMS of the proposed Medicaid state plan amendment. The implications of this repeal could result in a shift in how state-funded family planning services are administered, affecting accessibility and the structure of aid under the Medicaid program. Supporters of the bill may argue that reestablishing the family planning network could streamline services and ensure that individuals have access to necessary reproductive health resources.

Summary

House File 689 (HF689) proposes significant changes to the provision of family planning services under Iowa's Medicaid program. The bill mandates the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to submit a Medicaid state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for approval to establish the Iowa Family Planning Network. This network aims to offer benefits, eligibility requirements, and provisions that align with the previous Medicaid Iowa family planning network waiver that was effective as of June 30, 2017. The establishment of this network is deemed of immediate importance and is slated to take effect upon enactment.

Contention

There are potential points of contention surrounding HF689, particularly in the debates regarding funding and the scope of services that would be available through the newly established Iowa Family Planning Network. Critics may express concerns about the implications of repealing the existing family planning services program, fearing that this could lead to reduced access to vital health services for certain populations. The necessity of federal approval for the Medicaid state plan amendment adds another layer of complexity and uncertainty to the implementation of the proposed changes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF2137

A bill for an act relating to provision of the state family planning services under the Medicaid program, and including effective date and repeal provisions.

IA HF663

A bill for an act relating to provision of the state family planning services under the Medicaid program, and including effective date and repeal provisions.

IA SF324

A bill for an act relating to provision of the state family planning services under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.

IA HSB643

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2583.)

IA SSB3140

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 2251.)

IA HF2583

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 643.)

IA HSB500

A bill for an act relating to the Medicaid extended postpartum coverage option, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF3

A bill for an act relating to public assistance program integrity, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 613.)

IA SF2251

A bill for an act relating to eligibility for pregnant women and infants under the Medicaid program, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3140.) Effective date: 01/01/2025.

IA HF690

A bill for an act relating to the Medicaid extended postpartum coverage option, making an appropriation, and including effective date provisions.

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