By State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper)
This week, the Indiana General Assembly adjourned the 2025 legislative session.
One of the most important bills we worked on this year was Senate Enrolled Act 2, which would help preserve Indiana's Medicaid program.
In recent years, the state has experienced significant increases in Medicaid costs that have impacted our ability to fund other important budget needs like K-12 education.
Spending on the program has grown by $5 billion over the last four years, which is unsustainable and puts the program in jeopardy for those who rely on it for their health care needs.
Senate Enrolled Act 2 is the first step toward getting Medicaid spending under control and helps create a more fiscally responsible program. The legislation also ensures only those who qualify for the services receive it.
Under the legislation, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration would be required to gather information from state and federal agencies to verify if individuals are eligible for Medicaid.
This eligibility verification is important after a 2024 federal audit found 7.6% of Indiana's Medicaid claims were at improper rates.
While decisions around Senate Enrolled Act 2 were difficult, it was necessary in order to help get Medicaid spending under control and protect the program for those who need it.
As always, constituents can reach out to me with any questions or concerns by email at s48@iga.in.gov or by phone at 1-800-382-9467.
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State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) represents Senate District 48,
which includes Crawford, Dubois, Gibson, Perry, Pike and Spencer counties.
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