The board discussed federal legislative and regulatory challenges, including court rulings on essential health benefits and new public charge rules. They reviewed emergency eligibility and enrollment regulations, the Community Engagement Program's strategies for supporting diverse communities, and the impact of federal changes on lawfully present immigrants. Updates were provided on Population Health Investments, specifically evaluating the Grocery Support Program's outcomes and proposing the 2027 portfolio, which includes the Public Health for All Californians Together (PHACT) initiative to address childhood immunization disparities.
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The executive director's report detailed various updates including federal and state policy shifts, legislative actions, and programmatic status reports. Key topics included the court-ordered stay of provisions in the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters final rule, the new public charge final rule effective date, and submitted comments on the Essential Health Benefits framework. The board reviewed updates on service center performance metrics, Covered California for Small Business enrollment and plan partnerships, CalHEERS consumer website migration, and outreach and sales efforts regarding non-English enrollment support. Additionally, legislative budget actions impacting state premium subsidies and affordability funds were discussed.
Jul 1, 2026·Budget
Covered California FY2026-27 Budget
Covered California's approved operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026-27, the legal budget of record.
Jun 1, 2026·Strategic plan
Covered California Strategic Plan 2026-2032
This document outlines Covered California's proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026-27, detailing resource allocation, financial management, and an enrollment forecast extending through fiscal year 2031-32. It emphasizes a transition to a strategic budgeting approach to align investments with organizational priorities, sharpen focus on outcomes, and respond to dynamic economic and policy changes. Key strategic objectives include maintaining financial stability, enhancing consumer affordability and experience, ensuring robust technology infrastructure, and strengthening outreach and program integrity. The overarching goal is to increase the number of insured Californians, improve healthcare quality, lower costs, and reduce health disparities through an innovative marketplace.
