Virginia MedicaidFederal Work Requirements – Resources
Find Resources to Help You Meet Federal Medicaid Work Requirements
As a result of a new federal law, changes are coming to Virginia Medicaid. Virginia is committed to helping eligible Virginians stay covered so they can get the health care they need.
Virginia Medicaid is preparing to implement new Federal Work Requirements for certain adults enrolled in Medicaid Expansion. The requirements are scheduled to begin January 1, 2027.
This page provides information about employment, education, job training, and volunteer opportunities available across Virginia.
You Have Options
If the new requirements apply to you, there are several ways you may be able to meet them. Depending on your circumstances, qualifying activities may include:
- Working
- Participating in a work or job-training program
- Attending school or an education program
- Volunteering or participating in community service
- Combining qualifying activities to meet the requirement
You may also meet the requirements through other pathways, including qualifying education enrollment or income from employment. You do not need to participate in all of these activities.
Find Work Opportunities
Looking for a job or interested in building your career?
Virginia Works connects Virginians with employment services, career resources, training opportunities, and employers.
Explore employment and career resources
Find Education and Training Opportunities
Education and job training can help you build skills, pursue a credential, or prepare for a new career.
Virginia G3 provides information about education and training opportunities that can help eligible Virginians gain skills for in-demand careers.
Explore education and training resources
Find Volunteer and Community Service Opportunities
Volunteering can be a meaningful way to support your community while gaining experience and developing new skills.
Serve Virginia connects Virginians with volunteer and community service opportunities throughout the Commonwealth.
Not Sure Which Option Is Right for You?
You may be able to combine different qualifying activities to meet the monthly requirement. For example, qualifying work, education, job training, and community service activities may be combined.
Your circumstances may also qualify you for an exemption or exception.
Learn more about:
- Who must meet the new requirements
- Who is exempt or excluded
- Qualifying work, education, training and community service activities
- How to report your activities
- How Virginia Medicaid will verify your information