Changes to Medicaid Coverage – Starting Jan 2027 Public Benefits Download Document Tags: Eligibility Issues for Medicaid, Medicaid, Public Benefits Language: English Starting January 1, 2027, some people who have Medicaid coverage will need to show they are working, going to school, helping out in the community, or participating in job training to keep their health coverage. Learn more about who will be affected by this change, what the requirements are, and how you can meet them. This information is accurate as of February 2026 and is subject to change. Updates will be posted, when available.