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New Jersey lawmakers approved legislation imposing fees on employers with at least 50 workers enrolled in Medicaid, projected to generate $145 million in state revenue. The fee targets companies whose employees rely on public coverage, effectively shifting costs to employers for their workforce's health benefits. The measure now heads to the governor for signature. This represents a novel state financing mechanism that could affect Medicaid managed care enrollment patterns and employer benefit decisions.
New Jersey Democrats advanced legislation Monday to help Medicaid beneficiaries find volunteer positions that satisfy new federal work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP benefits. The bill aims to facilitate compliance with federal mandates by creating pathways to qualifying volunteer opportunities. The legislation responds to new federal work requirements that could affect Medicaid eligibility for certain adult beneficiaries. If enacted, the bill would provide infrastructure to connect beneficiaries with compliant work activities.
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