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This bill establishes a new fund called the Iowa Veterans Home Members Fund, which will be maintained in the state treasury under the control of the department of veterans affairs. The fund can receive money from state appropriations, federal sources, and private donations. The primary purpose of the fund is to provide a $45 monthly stipend to each Medicaid-eligible member of the Iowa Veterans Home. Importantly, the bill specifies that any interest earned on the fund will remain in the fund, and any unspent money at the end of a fiscal year will not be returned to the state's general fund, ensuring the fund's continuity. The bill is designed to provide a small but meaningful financial benefit to veterans residing in the state-run veterans home who are receiving Medicaid benefits, potentially helping to improve their quality of life or provide additional personal spending money.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF626