CLEAN Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 7453
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-02-09: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-18T06:53:22Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose The legislation aims to prohibit individuals classified as sex offenders from receiving a specific federal tax credit for health insurance and from accessing federally funded Medicaid benefits.
Key Provisions
- Section 1 establishes the short title as the "Criminals' Loss of Eligibility and Assistance Networks Act" or "CLEAN Act."
- Section 2 amends Section 36B(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by adding a new subparagraph (F) that denies the premium tax credit for coverage under a qualified health plan to any individual (or their spouse on a joint return) who is a sex offender as defined in Section 111 of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, effective for taxable years ending after the date of enactment.
- Section 3 amends Section 1903(i) of the Social Security Act to prohibit federal matching payments for Medicaid expenditures on behalf of sex offenders (as defined in the Adam Walsh Act). It also adds language to Section 1902(a) allowing states to elect not to provide Medicaid to such individuals, overriding other eligibility requirements. These changes apply to individuals enrolled or reenrolled on or after the date of enactment.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Introduces new eligibility restrictions under the Internal Revenue Code for the health insurance premium tax credit, previously available without regard to sex offender status.
- Adds a new paragraph (28) to the list of expenditures ineligible for federal Medicaid matching funds under Section 1903(i).
- Creates an explicit state option to deny Medicaid coverage to sex offenders, even where other provisions would otherwise require it.
Potential Impacts
- Affects individuals enrolled in Marketplace health plans or Medicaid who meet the sex offender definition by removing access to federal subsidies or matching funds.
- Allows states flexibility to adjust their Medicaid programs regarding these individuals.
- Impacts federal agencies responsible for administering tax credits (Internal Revenue Service) and Medicaid (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) through revised eligibility determinations.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Individuals classified as sex offenders under the referenced federal definition.
- States administering Medicaid programs.
- Federal agencies handling tax credits and Medicaid funding.
- Health plans and providers involved in coverage for affected individuals.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Relies on the existing definition of "sex offender" from the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 without creating a new definition.
- Modifies federal funding rules for health coverage programs while preserving state discretion in Medicaid administration.
- Applies prospectively to new or renewed enrollments and tax years after enactment.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Recent Actions
- 2026-02-09: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-02-09: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-02-09: Introduced in House
- 2026-02-09: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Criminals’ Loss of Eligibility and Assistance Networks Act — issued 2026-02-09 — PDF (3 pages)