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IA HF836

A bill for an act relating to medical income assistance trust fees.(Formerly HSB 11.)


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Introduced
03/07/2025
In Committee
03/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

91st General Assembly

Bill Summary

This bill relates to medical income assistance trust fees. The bill increases the amount that may be paid or set aside each month for necessary trust expenses without court approval for beneficiaries from $10 to $50.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Iowa Code section 633C.3 related to medical income assistance trust fees, specifically increasing the amount of money that can be paid or set aside each month for necessary trust expenses without requiring court approval. Currently, trusts are limited to $10 per month in expenses without court oversight, and this bill would raise that threshold to $50 per month. The change applies to two subsections of the law, effectively expanding the financial discretion of trust administrators when managing routine expenses. By increasing the allowable amount, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for trustees managing medical income assistance trusts, potentially reducing administrative burden and making trust management more efficient. The bill suggests a recognition that $10 may no longer be sufficient to cover routine trust-related expenses, and the $50 limit offers a more realistic amount for current economic conditions.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary (H)

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage. (on 04/09/2025)

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