Expanded Coverage for Former Foster Youth Act

This bill extends Medicaid coverage to former foster youth until age 26, directly affecting individuals who aged out of foster care at 18 or left for legal guardianship/emancipation before 18. It amends eligibility rules to allow these individuals to qualify for coverage regardless of income if they were in foster care at 18, removing previous income barriers. States must also establish outreach programs by January 2024 to help eligible former foster youth enroll in Medicaid. The policy change applies to those turning 18 on or after January 1, 2024, ensuring continuous health coverage during a critical transition period.