California's recent budget agreement poses significant barriers for undocumented migrants seeking healthcare. Starting in 2026, new applicants will be denied access to Medi-Cal, and those already enrolled will face a monthly fee of $30. This shift in policy indicates a move away from previous initiatives aimed at expanding healthcare access for non-citizens. The plan affects all non-citizens with unsatisfactory immigration status, impacting a large segment of the undocumented community. The measure also postpones cuts to dental services and home care, highlighting the ongoing challenges within the state's approach to immigration and healthcare policy.
Legislators in California have approved a budget measure that freezes access to Medi-Cal for undocumented migrants starting in 2026, requiring enrollees to pay a monthly fee.
The new plan marks a significant policy shift in California, aiming to restrict healthcare access for undocumented individuals, which previously was focused on expansion.
Under the new proposal, undocumented migrants will be denied entry to Medi-Cal, with those already enrolled required to pay a monthly premium of $30.
The legislative plan aims to tighten access while delaying the elimination of dental services for immigrants by two years and preventing cuts to home care programs.
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