Changes coming to Med-QUEST Eligibility for Adults!

When?	Starting on January 1, 2027
Why?	Congress passed a Bill (HR1) that President Trump signed into law on 7/4/25 that is requiring Medicaid programs to change eligibility rules for some adults.
Who?	These changes only impact adults between 19-64 who are not Blind, Disabled or Pregnant.
What?	There are two new requirements that will start in 2027: For individuals described above, eligibility renewals will happen every six months instead of once per year To keep Med-QUEST coverage, this adult group will need to demonstrate that they are either working or volunteering at least 80 hours per month or earning a minimum of $580 per month or are enrolled at least half-time in an educational program.
How?	More details will be available by July 2026. Until then, here are some ways Med-QUEST members can prepare: Set up online access to your existing Med-QUEST account and mybenefits.hawaii.gov Click here to do it now! It is fast and easy and is the BEST way to ensure Med-QUEST has the information it needs to help you stay enrolled. If you work, make sure you save your paystubs If you don’t have a paystub, but have proof of $580 income per month, save that evidence of income. If you are enrolled in an educational program at least half time, ask your school for an official proof of enrollment.

When?	Starting on January 1, 2027
Why?	Congress passed a Bill (HR1) that President Trump signed into law on 7/4/25 that is requiring Medicaid programs to change eligibility rules for some adults.
Who?	These changes only impact adults between 19-64 who are not Blind, Disabled or Pregnant.
What?	There are two new requirements that will start in 2027: For individuals described above, eligibility renewals will happen every six months instead of once per year To keep Med-QUEST coverage, this adult group will need to demonstrate that they are either working or volunteering at least 80 hours per month or earning a minimum of $580 per month or are enrolled at least half-time in an educational program.
How?	More details will be available by July 2026. Until then, here are some ways Med-QUEST members can prepare: Set up online access to your existing Med-QUEST account and mybenefits.hawaii.gov Click here to do it now! It is fast and easy and is the BEST way to ensure Med-QUEST has the information it needs to help you stay enrolled. If you work, make sure you save your paystubs If you don’t have a paystub, but have proof of $580 income per month, save that evidence of income. If you are enrolled in an educational program at least half time, ask your school for an official proof of enrollment.