SALT LAKE CITY — Utah lawmakers have tentatively approved a proposal to require a small number of Medicaid recipients to do community service in exchange for coverage as part of a pilot program.
The Senate gave initial approval to House Bill 211 on a 22-5 vote Wednesday. A final vote is expected Thursday.
Senate sponsor Curt Bramble, R-Provo, says the bill would help people in the low-income health program give back to the community.
Under the bill, about 100 adults covered by Medicaid and capable of performing community service would participate in a pilot program of giving back to the community.
Opponents say the program would create inequality since only about 100 Medicaid recipients are selected for the pilot program.
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