CHIPPER Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 8, 2020)
Children's Health Insurance Program Pandemic Enhancement and Relief Act or the CHIPPER Act
This bill extends the 11.5% increase to the enhanced Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) that is otherwise applicable under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) through FY2021, in accordance with specified conditions. For example, in order to receive the increased FMAP in FY2021, a state must cover, without cost-sharing, testing and treatment for COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019), including vaccines, specialized equipment, and therapies.
What just happenedMay 8, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 8, 2020
- May 8, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - May 8, 2020IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 8, 2020IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House