Reentry Act of 2025

# Reentry Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** The Reentry Act of 2025 would allow Medicaid (the government health insurance program for low-income individuals) to pay for medical care for incarcerated people during the 30 days before they're released from prison or jail. Currently, Medicaid typically stops covering inmates while they're incarcerated. The bill also requires a federal commission to study and report on the quality and accessibility of healthcare for incarcerated individuals, as well as how this change affects them. **Who it affects:** This bill would primarily affect incarcerated individuals preparing for release, many of whom are low-income and rely on Medicaid.

It could also impact correctional facilities, state and federal budgets, and healthcare providers. The goal appears to be helping people transition back to society with better health management. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.