Idaho’s Medicaid work requirements start in January. Here’s how they will work.

By: Kyle Pfannenstiel

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: September 1, 2026

Words: 1,248

Last Updated: 6 days, 7 hours ago

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In about four months, low-income Idahoans on Medicaid expansion will need to prove they are meeting new work requirements to remain on the public assistance program.

The new rules — made largely by the federal government — require people to prove they are working, going to school, or volunteering at least 80 hours a month to maintain health insurance coverage through Medicaid expansion.

As officials with the Idaho Department of Health and …

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