HB 22-1094

House Bill 22-1094, also known as the Medicaid Assistance for Survivors of Torture, became law after being signed. This bill allows survivors of torture who are receiving care and rehabilitation services from specialized providers to qualify for medical assistance without federal funding support, starting January 1, 2023. It primarily affects individuals who have survived torture and need ongoing healthcare and rehabilitation services in Colorado. Since the status is "signed," this means that the bill has been enacted into law and will take effect as scheduled.

Official Summary

Beginning January 1, 2023, the bill grants a survivor of torture who is receiving care and rehabilitation services from a rehabilitative service provider eligibility for medical assistance without federal financial participation. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)