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MD HB498

MD HB498
Department of Aging - Grants for Aging-in-Place Programs - Funding


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Introduced
01/24/2020
In Committee
03/17/2020
Crossed Over
03/11/2020
Passed
03/18/2020
Dead
Vetoed
05/07/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requiring the Governor to include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $100,000 for grants to certain nonprofit organizations and area agencies on aging to expand and establish aging-in-place programs for seniors; requiring at least 20% of the appropriated funding be used to support senior villages; and altering the definition of "aging-in-place program" to include programs that enable individuals to not only remain in their own home but to safely participate in a community regardless of age, income or ability level.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Governor to include at least $100,000 in the annual budget for grants to nonprofit organizations and area agencies on aging to expand and establish aging-in-place programs for seniors. At least 20% of the funding must be used to support senior villages, which are local, member-driven, nonprofit organizations that help community members age in place by fostering social connections and coordinating volunteer help at home. The bill also alters the definition of "aging-in-place program" to include programs that enable individuals to not only remain in their own home but to safely participate in a community regardless of age, income, or ability level.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) (on 05/07/2020)

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