The 2025 budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) introduced new federal Medicaid work requirements for certain members. Implementing this policy poses challenges for state Medicaid agencies, including an increased risk of coverage disruptions for non-exempt members. However, states can take proactive steps to help mitigate these risks. This series from the Center for Health Care Strategies outlines key details about the new requirements and offers practical approaches to support implementation that minimizes administrative burden and is informed by the experiences of Medicaid members.

• A Summary of Federal Medicaid Work Requirements: This Policy Cheat Sheet synthesizes key details of the new federal Medicaid work requirements, including timeline, populations impacted, exemption categories, and more.
• Engaging Medicaid Members and Community-Based Organizations in Medicaid Work Requirements Implementation: This brief outlines approaches states can use to partner directly with Medicaid members and community-based organizations in implementing work requirements that reflect community input and minimize coverage disruptions.
• Connecting Medicaid Members to Work: Expanding Access to Evidence-Based Employment Models: This Evidence Roundup outlines the evidence behind general workforce and supported employment programs and includes resources state agencies can use to prepare for work requirements implementation.