Get Millions to Expand Health Coverage in Your State!
Summary
Is your state working to cover its uninsured residents? This program offers grants of up to $10 million annually for 5 years to support ambitious health insurance coverage initiatives.
Eligibility
Full Description
This grant program is to support States ready to implement a health insurance coverage program designed for the uninsured. Two types of State grants are available: 1) target grants for States focusing on a particular population(s) at $2-4 million a year for 5 years, subject to the availability of funds and; 2) comprehensive grants for large States or those planning more extensive coverage initiatives at $7-10 million a year for 5 years, subject to the availability of funds. Matching funds and project sustainability beyond the 5-year period are required. FY 2009 Congressional Appropriations Bill, Public Law 111-8.