(a) Statutory basis. This subpart implements the following sections of the Act:
- (1) Section 2101(b), which requires that the State submit a State plan.
- (2) Section 2102(a), which sets forth requirements regarding the contents of the State plan.
- (3) Section 2102(b), which relates to eligibility standards and methodologies.
- (4) Section 2102(c), which requires that the State plan include a description of the procedures to be used by the State to accomplish outreach and coordination with other health insurance programs.
- (5) Section 2106, which specifies the process for submission, approval, and amendment of State plans.
- (6) Section 2107(c), which requires that the State plan include a description of the process used to involve the public in the design and implementation of the plan.
- (7) Section 2107(d), which requires that the State plan include a description of the budget for the plan.
- (8) Section 2107(e), which provides that certain provisions of title XIX and title XI of the Act apply under title XXI in the same manner that they apply under title XIX.
- (b) Scope. This subpart sets forth provisions governing the administration of CHIP, the general requirements for a State plan, and a description of the process for review of a State plan or plan amendment.
- (c) Applicability. This subpart applies to all States that request Federal financial participation to provide child health assistance under title XXI.