§ 15–305
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 15-305 (2026)
Title 15. Assistance Programs
Subtitle 3. Maryland Children's Health Program
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(a)
On or before January 1, 2025, subject to the limitations of the State budget and as permitted by federal law, the Department:
(1)
Shall establish an Express Lane Eligibility Program to enroll individuals in the Program and the Maryland Children’s Health Program based on eligibility findings by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program;
(2)
May not consider any other income or eligibility requirements;
(3)
To the extent that a waiver is needed to maximize the number of State residents who may qualify for the Express Lane Eligibility Program, shall apply to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for one or more waivers under § 1115 of the federal Social Security Act to implement the Express Lane Eligibility Program; and
(4)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, shall make all reasonable efforts to expedite enrollment of eligible individuals in the Express Lane Eligibility Program.
(b)
The Department may propose or implement the use of Express Lane Eligibility for renewals before proposing or implementing the use of Express Lane Eligibility for initial enrollment.