Bill H. 3109 proposes expanding Medicaid eligibility to adults earning at or below 133% of the federal poverty level (FPL), aligning South Carolina with the 40+ states that have already expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act since 2014. 

Passing the bill would provide coverage to an estimated 360,000 uninsured South Carolinian's, reduce uncompensated care costs for hospitals, improve public health outcomes, and bring billions in federal funding to the state. 

By amending bill H. 3109 to the South Carolina Code of Laws, South Carolina can create a more inclusive and efficient healthcare system that benefits both its residents and its economy. The current approach to Medicaid in South Carolina is failing to meet the healthcare needs of low-income residents. H. 3109 presents a viable and evidence-based solution to address these shortcomings by expanding Medicaid, improving health outcomes, and strengthening the state’s economy.