Relating to eligibility for Medicaid for breast and cervical cancer.

HB 1782 amends Texas Medicaid rules to expand eligibility for breast and cervical cancer treatment. It sets a new income threshold at 250% of the federal poverty level (up from prior limits) for low-income Texans needing treatment, ensuring continuous coverage during care. Key provisions simplify the process by removing the requirement for personal interviews during eligibility determination and allowing presumptive eligibility certification. The bill directly affects Texans diagnosed with these cancers who meet the income criteria, aiming to reduce barriers to accessing timely medical assistance.