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Medicaid work requirement starts Jan. 1: the 80 hours, who is exempt, and what happens if you miss it
A CMS rule requires expansion adults to show 80 hours a month of work, community service, a work program or school, or enough income, when they apply or renew. Here are the exemptions, the 30-day window and the states involved.
November 3, 2026 · 4 min read