Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB4104

Introduced
6/24/25  

Caption

Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025

Impact

If passed, HB4104 would make significant amendments to existing legislation concerning healthcare access. It would mandate states to provide Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) eligibility to lawful permanent residents, eliminating previous restrictions. Furthermore, the bill allows for the expansion of coverage under state plans for individuals without lawful presence, thus encompassing a broader demographic that includes undocumented immigrants. The amendments are expected to catalyze a more inclusive healthcare framework across states.

Summary

House Bill 4104, titled the 'Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025', seeks to broaden access to health insurance for immigrants and their families by dismantling existing legal and policy barriers. The bill is crafted to ensure that individuals who are lawfully present in the United States can access all federally funded healthcare programs. Additionally, it aims to facilitate undocumented individuals in obtaining health insurance through health insurance exchanges established under the Affordable Care Act.

Contention

The bill has sparked considerable debate, primarily centered on the implications of expanding coverage to undocumented immigrants. Proponents argue that access to healthcare is a fundamental right and necessary for public health, while opponents raise concerns regarding the potential increases in state expenditure and eligibility strain on existing programs such as Medicaid and CHIP. Critics may frame the bill as an irresponsible allocation of resources, especially in states with tight budgets, while advocates promote it as a long overdue correction towards health equity.

Notable_points

HB4104 highlights the ongoing national conversation about immigration policy, healthcare access, and equity. By aiming to remove barriers faced by immigrant families, this legislation positions itself at the intersection of social justice and public health. The bill’s impact will heavily depend on the political landscape and the receptiveness of different states to adapt their healthcare policies to align with the proposed federal guidelines.

Companion Bills

US SB2149

Same As Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025

Previously Filed As

US HB5008

Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2023 HEAL for Immigrant Families Act of 2023

US SB2646

HEAL for Immigrant Families Act of 2023 Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2023

US HB4170

LIFT the BAR Act Lifting Immigrant Families Through Benefits Access Restoration Act

US HB8390

Mental Health and MAMA Act of 2024 Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable Act of 2024

US HB9865

Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024

US HB3731

Immigrants in Nursing and Allied Health Act of 2023

US HB3409

Healthy Families Act

US HB3380

HEADs UP Act of 2023 Healthcare Extension and Accessibility for Developmentally disabled and Underserved Population Act of 2023

US HB8273

Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act of 2024

US SB2038

LIFT the BAR Act of 2023 Lifting Immigrant Families Through Benefits Access Restoration Act of 2023

Similar Bills

US SB2149

Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025

US SB5576

A bill to limit eligibility for Federal benefits for certain immigrants, and for other purposes.

US HB8293

American Donor Privacy and Foreign Funding Transparency Act

US SB5248

Citizenship Verification in Emergency Healthcare Act

US SB3280

Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2023

US SB3927

Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2024

US HB5560

Reuniting Families Act Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act

US HB1589

American Dream and Promise Act of 2025 American Promise Act of 2025 Dream Act of 2025