Sec. 5. Allowing States to retain savings from asset verification program and resources eligibility requirements
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For each of the first 2 years following the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall pay to the State an amount equal to the savings (as estimated by the Secretary) in Federal expenditures that are attributable to the State meeting the requirements imposed by the amendments made by sections 3 and 4. A State that receives a payment under subsection
(a)shall use the funds received under such payment to support enrollment in, and the conduct of, programs for maternal and child health under the State Medicaid program, or for such other purpose in support of the State Medicaid program as the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall approve.