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(advocacy groups) - 8/5 • TN Commission on Children and Youth - convening of children’s advocacy groups - 8/25

The state anticipates that many of these groups will be instrumental in the implementation of CoverKids both through outreach efforts and as providers of service. In addition, CoverKids is establishing an advisory group composed of provider and advocacy group representatives to provide ongoing feedback on the implementation of the program. We anticipate that this group will meet twice per year and meetings will be open to the general public.

9.9.1 Describe the process used by the state to ensure interaction with Indian Tribes and organizations in the state on the development and implementation of the procedures required in 42 CFR §457.125. (Section 2107(c)) (42CFR 457.120(c))

There are no recognized Indian Tribes within the State of Tennessee; however, CoverKids is coordinating with the Tennessee Director of Indian Affairs to assure that Native American families residing within the state are informed of the CoverKids program and aware that there is no cost sharing for eligible Native American/Alaska Native children. (See also section 8.6.)

9.9.2 For an amendment relating to eligibility or benefits (including cost sharing and enrollment procedures), please describe how and when prior public notice was provided as required in §457.65(b) through (d).

Eligibility, benefits and cost sharing were discussed during the public meetings described above and public input was considered in the design of this plan. Brochures and informational materials developed for the program will include descriptions of eligibility, benefits and cost sharing.

9.10 Provide a 1-year projected budget. A suggested financial form for the budget is attached. The budget must describe: (Section 2107(d)) (42CFR 457.140)

Planned use of funds, including:

• Projected amount to be spent on health services; • Projected amount to be spent on administrative costs, such as outreach, child health initiatives, and evaluation; • Assumptions on which the budget is based, including cost per child and expected enrollment; and

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