- The rate of uninsured young Georgians rose from 5.1% to 6.6%, an increase of 1.5%.
- Georgia’s early childhood uninsurance rate (6.6%) is higher than the national average, which is 5.3%, and higher than our neighboring state of Alabama, which is 4.1%
- The increased number of uninsured children under age 6 in three large states (Texas, Florida, and Georgia) accounted for more than half of the national increase.
- More than half of uninsured children are likely eligible for, but not enrolled in, Medicaid or PeachCare.
- Regularly publish enrollment data disaggregated by age and geography to better understand coverage trends and gaps.
- Target outreach to families with young children through trusted messengers, including child care and Head Start providers, Babies Can’t Wait providers, home visitors, pediatric providers, and other family-serving organizations.
- Allow presumptive eligibility for young children and consider child care programs, Head Start providers, and public schools as qualified entities to support enrollment.
- Prioritize continuous coverage for pregnant women, newborns, and young children by ensuring timely enrollment, seamless transitions at birth, and proactive renewal support.
- Implement a modernized, human-centered technology platform for applications and renewals.
- Invest in a frontline eligibility workforce who are fairly paid, well-trained and co-located in the communities they serve.
Published: June 11, 2026
