New Hampshire officials concerned new state Medicaid laws may contradict federal law

By: William Skipworth

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: January 20, 2026

Words: 456

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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Some state officials and lawmakers are concerned that New Hampshire’s incoming Medicaid premium system may conflict with provisions in Congress’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

In June, New Hampshire lawmakers passed legislation to begin charging premiums to some New Hampshire Medicaid enrollees. Under the new system, enrollees earning 100% or more of the federal poverty level — which is $15,650 for a single person and $26,650 for a family of three, per 2025’s federal standards …

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