Montana Social Workers, 

Bills HB 230 and HB 245 are scheduled to be heard by the House of Human Services on Wednesday, January 22, at 2pm. Take action in support of these two bills! Sign up for virtual testimony here. 

HB 230 aims to continue Medicaid expansion and improve access to benefits by directing the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) to improve communication with enrollees, adding Office of Public Assistance (OPA) locations in rural communities, and establishing 12-month continuous eligibility for Medicaid enrollees. HB 245 also seeks to continue Medicaid expansion and includes minor changes to the HELP Link program administered by the Department of Labor & Industry for voluntary workforce development assistance.

Why Take Action?

• Your voice can directly influence the outcome of these bills. Legislators need to hear from real people affected by these policies.
• Share Your Story: Personal experiences are powerful. They help legislators understand the real-world impact of their decisions.
• Show Support: Demonstrating strong public backing can help ensure these bills are prioritized and passed.
• Counter Opposition: Providing balanced viewpoints and countering opposition arguments strengthens the case for these bills.

Testimony Guidelines:

• Limit remarks to 2 minutes.
• Submit longer comments in writing.
• Proponents from out-of-town will be prioritized.
• Virtual testimony sign-up will be available once hearings are scheduled.
• Avoid duplicating testimony between hearings.
• Prioritize HB 245 and HB 230 over SB 62 (Medicaid phase-out bill).