H.R. 1059 proposes changes to the Social Security Act to enforce work requirements for able-bodied adults receiving Medicaid benefits. Starting January 1, 2026, it requires these adults to work or volunteer at least 20 hours a week to continue receiving medical assistance....
Simple Explanation
Medicaid is a program that helps some people pay for their health care. This bill says that starting in 2026, most adults who can work will need to work or volunteer for at least 20 hours each week to keep getting help from Medicaid, with some exceptions like if they're pregnant or taking care of kids.