Health First Colorado will implement H.R. 1’s new work requirements by Jan. 1, 2027.
These requirements will apply to:
- Low-income adults ages 19–64 who are not enrolled in certain programs (such as long-term services and supports [LTSS] or buy-in programs)
- Who do not show that they meet any exemptions
Existing members need to show at renewal that they met the work requirement by earning at least $580 or working, participating in a work program, volunteering or going to school (or a mix of these) at least 80 hours for at least 1 of the months within their 6-month renewal period.
New applicants will need to show that they met the work requirements by earning at least $580 or working, participating in a work program, volunteering or going to school at least 80 hours (or a mix of these) in the month before they submit their application.
Renewals for this group of adults will change to every 6 months, instead of once a year.