Will immigrants in the affected groups who are pregnant and those under 18 lose coverage as of October 1, 2026, or will they be automatically covered under Cover All Coloradans?

Whether a pregnant person or child 18 or younger qualifies for Health First Colorado or Cover All Coloradans depends on legal immigration status.

If a pregnant person or child 18 or younger no longer meets qualified immigrant status AND they are lawfully present, they will continue with their current health coverage.

Example: As of October 1, 2026, refugees no longer qualify for Medicaid. However, if the refugee currently receives Medicaid, is pregnant and is lawfully present, then they may continue to qualify for Medicaid.

If a pregnant person or child 18 or younger no longer meets qualified immigrant status AND they are NOT lawfully present, they may qualify for Cover All Coloradans.

Example: As of October 1, 2026, refugees no longer qualify for Health First Colorado. However, if the refugee is pregnant but is not lawfully present due to expired documents, then they may qualify for Cover All Coloradans.