H. R. 9688, also known as the "Keep Kids Covered Act," aims to ensure continuous eligibility for children under the Medicaid program and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The bill proposes that deemed newborns be eligible for coverage until they reach 6 years...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9688 wants to make sure kids can keep their health care for longer through special programs called Medicaid and CHIP, so they don't have to worry about losing it too soon. It helps babies get covered until they're 6 and older kids up to age 19 can have it for two years at a time.