2008 Regular Legislative Session

The following changes were made as part of the FY 2009 budget bill passed during the 2008 regular session:

Note: Information provided in PDF files.

• 2008 Legislative Summary [107KB]

1. SSDI-Temporary Medical Coverage suspended
   • SSDI-Temporary Medical Coverage Suspension Notice for Members [22KB]
   • Medical Expense Deduction Program Notice for Members [21KB]
   • SSDI-Temporary Medical Coverage Suspension Notice for Providers [20KB]
2. Adult dental benefit for ALTCS suspended
   • Adult Dental Benefit for ALTCS Suspension Notice for Members - English [18KB]
   • Adult Dental Benefit for ALTCS Suspension Notice for Members - Spanish [19KB]
   • Adult Dental Benefit for ALTCS Suspension Notice for Providers [18KB]
   • List of dental clinics that provide low cost services:
     • List of Low Cost Dental Clinics - English [12KB]
     • List of Low Cost Dental Clinics - Spanish [12KB]
3. KidsCare Parents now covered by permanent law

   Previously, the KidsCare parents program required reauthorization each year, causing speculation as to whether or not the parents of children enrolled in this cost sharing program, would continue to have health insurance. It is now written into law that KidsCare parents will continue to receive health care coverage.