Jim Rizzuto related that there would be a hearing on December 21 before the Joint Budget Committee, so there is time for additional study. Ms. Livingston-Hammons stated her interest in the concept of an annual enrollment fee instead of a premium. Mr. Rizzuto suggested that additional information and input from health plans about the barriers they may feel would be helpful. The Board referred the study back to the Finance Committee for presentation to the November Policy Board meeting. Mr. Lindsay asked Jonathan Harner to discuss the rulemaking process in the current system.
Eligibility is the focus today.
Development of the rules began in the Eligibility and Enrollment working group. There were expansive public input opportunities. Many elements of the rules are based in legislation and community input. Mr. Harner reviewed each component of the eligibility rule. The first identifies individuals who are assisted under the program.