Bill > S09901

This bill amends the social services law to require the licensure of fiscal intermediaries that provide services to Medicaid recipients. It establishes new licensing requirements, including criteria for character and competence, and prohibits unlicensed entities from providing fiscal intermediary services after April 1, 2026. The bill also requires fiscal intermediaries to register personal assistants employed by consumers and creates a stakeholder workgroup to identify best practices and analyze trends in the delivery of fiscal intermediary services under the Medicaid program. Additionally, the bill authorizes the comptroller to review contracts and audit fiscal intermediaries to ensure compliance with state and federal law.