SB 348 (Bean) and HB 6031 (Pigman) would remove the lifetime maximum cap on covered expenses for children enrolled in the Florida KidCare program. KidCare is funded through a state/federal partnership and provides affordable health insurance for about 345,000 of Florida's children from families with lower-incomes. The current $1 million cap on benefits applies to a small number of children whose high medical bills leave them without coverage. The Catholic bishops view access to health care as essential for human flourishing, and have special concern for those who are more vulnerable, including children and those with lower incomes. SB 348 has passed all committees of reference is on the Senate Special Order Calendar for Wednesday, February 12. HB 6031 has passed two committees of reference and has one final committee, Health & Human Services. |
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