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NewsWMNF Tampa Community RadioAugust 3, 2026Hillsborough

Polk County expands health care plan eligibility to 300% of federal poverty level

Polk County has increased the income eligibility threshold for its health care plan from 200% to 300% of the federal poverty level. This change potentially qualifies approximately 19,000 additional residents for coverage.

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Why It Matters

This policy change expands access to county-funded health services for thousands of residents who previously earned too much to qualify.

Key Facts

  • The income eligibility threshold for the Polk County health care plan increased from 200% to 300% of the federal poverty level.
  • Approximately 19,000 additional people are estimated to be eligible for the plan under the new guidelines.

Who's Mentioned

organizationWMNF 88.5 FM“The news outlet reporting the policy change.”locationPolk County“The local government entity administering the health care plan.”