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and continue to work, peace of mind in knowing they have access to health care, economic stability, and the ability to maintain their health. Several commentors expressed that low- income families face many challenges, and this benefit would help to alleviate some of those challenges. State Response: SCDHHS thanks commentors for highlighting the numerous benefits of providing low- income working families with access to health care coverage. Section 12: Demonstration Administration As Director of SCDHHS and State Medicaid Director, Eunice Medina is the executive sponsor of this waiver application. The deputy director for health programs is charged with the execution of the waiver application and the implementation of the resulting benefit changes. The SCDHHS point of contact for this demonstration waiver application is as follows: • Name and Title: Margaret Alewine, Chief of Policy • Telephone Number: 803-898-0047 • Email Address: margaret.alewine@scdhhs.gov 21