The governor also signed another executive order to establish a California Surgeon General, who will lead in addressing the root causes of serious health conditions.
Newsom wants to expand Medi-Cal to undocumented young adults
In his budget, Newsom will propose expanding Medi-Cal to undocumented young adults who meet the programs eligibility requirements.
Currently, the state’s Medi-Cal program is providing health coverage for undocumented children. The governor believes that undocumented young adults should not worry about losing their health coverage when they turn 19.
Newsom also intends to reinforce the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and expand the health care law’s financial subsidies. His budget will provide financial assistance to individuals earning up to $72,840 and families of 4 earning up to $150,600.
Right now, individuals earning more than $48,000 a year or a family of four earning more than $98,000 don’t qualify for financial help under the ACA.
In his budget, the governor will propose reinstating ACA’s individual mandate at the state level to pay for the increased financial subsidies. The Congress repealed ACA’s individual mandate.
