California expands Covered California state subsidies to 200% of poverty for 2027
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On October 19, 2026, California’s Legislative Analyst said the budget adds $110 million a year for Covered California premium subsidies, bringing state spending to $300 million. The state subsidy would reach 200% of the federal poverty level in 2027, up from 165%, making more than 200,000 people newly eligible.
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California Legislative Analyst’s Office (The 2026-27 California Spending Plan: Health, October 19, 2026)Part of
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FQHC Talent. (2026, October 19). California expands Covered California state subsidies to 200% of poverty for 2027. Source: California Legislative Analyst’s Office (The 2026-27 California Spending Plan: Health, October 19, 2026). Retrieved November 11, 2026, from https://www.fqhctalent.com/intel/ca-lao-covered-california-state-subsidy-200-percent-poverty-2027-october-2026