SJR41 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Vivian Davis FiguresSenator

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Priscilla DunnLinda Coleman-MadisonRoger Bedford, Jr.Hank SandersQuinton RossWilliam “Bill” M. BeasleyRodger SmithermanGeorge M. “Marc” KeaheyBobby D. SingletonTammy Irons

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Medicaid, urging Governor to expand under the Federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Summary

A Senate resolution urging the Governor to expand Medicaid under the federal ACA to improve health care access and boost Alabama's economy.

What This Bill Does

The resolution asks the Governor to expand Medicaid under the ACA. It cites health care access problems in Alabama and potential economic benefits, including large federal funding for expansion and projected increases in economic activity and state tax revenue. It also states that a copy of the resolution will be sent to the Governor to express the Legislature's position.

Who It Affects

• Uninsured Alabama residents who would gain Medicaid coverage if expansion occurs
• The Governor and Alabama policymakers who would decide whether to implement expansion and manage its budget impacts

Key Provisions

• Urges the Governor to expand Medicaid in Alabama under the federal ACA.
• Cites projected health benefits and economic impact, including 100 percent federal funding for the expansion for three years starting in 2014, then 95 percent in 2017 and 90 percent in 2020.
• Notes that about 300,000 additional Alabamians could become eligible under expansion to reach up to 133 percent of the federal poverty level.
• Projects state costs of about 771 million dollars, but more than 1.7 billion in additional state tax revenues and about 935 million in extra state budget revenue from 2014 through 2020.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Governor Bentley to express strong sentiment on this issue.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative