❌ HB356
Require audit, action plan-Aged, Blind, Disabled Medicaid group
Current Status: In House Committee (Finance)
Summary
The bill requires the Ohio Department of Medicaid to conduct an audit of the Aged, Blind, and Disabled Medicaid eligibility group to identify ineligible individuals and implement a corrective action plan aimed at reducing Medicaid spending by $2.4 billion. It mandates the establishment of an electronic asset verification system and includes provisions for disenrollment of ineligible individuals.
Rationale
The bill increases government oversight and control over Medicaid eligibility, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and individual rights. It also imposes financial penalties on vulnerable populations, opposing the LPO's emphasis on protecting individual rights and limiting government powers.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over healthcare
- Potential disenrollment of eligible individuals
- Financial strain on vulnerable populations