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RI H5466
RI H5466Increases the personal needs allowance of nursing facility residents from seventy-five dollars ($75.00) to one hundred dollars ($100) per month.
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Introduced
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/20/2025
06/20/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would increase the personal needs allowance of nursing facility residents from seventy-five dollars ($75.00) to one hundred dollars ($100) per month. This act would take effect on July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill increases the personal needs allowance for nursing facility residents from $75.00 to $100.00 per month, effective July 1, 2025. The personal needs allowance is a small monthly stipend given to nursing home residents to cover personal expenses like toiletries, clothing, or other small personal items. This change is part of the Rhode Island General Laws under Chapter 40-8, which covers Medical Assistance regulations. The modification is specifically located in the section defining "nursing services" and appears to be a straightforward adjustment to provide nursing home residents with a slightly higher monthly allowance, potentially helping them maintain a better quality of life by giving them a bit more money for discretionary spending. The bill was enacted by the General Assembly and will automatically take effect at the start of the next fiscal year.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (9)
Joseph Solomon (D)*,
Stephen Casey (D),
Julie Casimiro (D),
Doc Corvese (D),
Brian Kennedy (D),
Tom Noret (D),
Bill O'Brien (D),
Pat Serpa (D),
Tina Spears (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 04/30/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText25/HouseText25/H5466.pdf |
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