The Marijuana Impact on Medicaid Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to collect and analyze data on how much the Medicaid program spends on hospital visits, emergency room visits, and outpatient services directly related to marijuana use. The bill affects Medicaid programs across all states and any individuals using the federal-state health insurance program for low-income and disabled Americans. The Secretary must complete this data collection and submit a report to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment, including findings and any recommendations for new legislation or administrative changes. The bill does not specify a funding amount but requires the HHS to use existing resources to gather this information. This legislation seeks to document the financial impact of marijuana-related medical issues on the Medicaid program as states continue to legalize cannabis in various forms.
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