Block Grant 2605AL5MAP

This federal Block Grant award, totaling $1,816,548,540.00, was provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) under the Grants to States for Medicaid (CFDA 93.778) program. The award, with an effective date of October 1, 2025 and a completion date of September 30, 2026, will fund the Alabama Medicaid Agency's provision of medical assistance on behalf of low-income individuals, including cash assistance recipients, children, pregnant women, and elderly individuals who meet specific income and resource requirements. The Grants to States for Medicaid program aims to support state-level medical assistance through quarterly funding allocations, enabling states to provide essential healthcare services to eligible populations. As the awardee, the Alabama Medicaid Agency will utilize this Block Grant funding to administer Medicaid services and support healthcare access, reduce disparities, and serve vulnerable populations across Alabama.