Bill > HB317

This bill appropriates $2.5 million from the state's general fund to the Aging and Long-Term Services Department specifically to increase reimbursement rates for providers in the aging network, which typically includes organizations and service providers that support elderly individuals such as home care agencies, meal delivery services, senior centers, and other support programs. The funding is designated for fiscal year 2026 and future fiscal years, with a notable provision that any unused funds at the end of a fiscal year will not be returned to the general fund, but instead can be carried over and remain available for the department's use. This appropriation aims to support the financial sustainability of organizations that provide critical services to older adults by ensuring they receive more adequate compensation for their work.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=317&year=25