Bill > H6074

This bill authorizes the secretary of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) to increase resource eligibility limits for individuals with long-term care needs who are living at home. Specifically, the bill raises the resource limit to $12,000 for single persons and $18,000 for couples, which will help these individuals maintain financial resources while receiving home and community-based services. Additionally, the bill requires Medicaid-certified assisted living facilities and adult day service providers to submit semi-annual reports to EOHHS, detailing the number of persons served each month and their certification categories over the previous six months. The new reporting requirement will begin on July 1, 2025, and aims to improve tracking and understanding of long-term care service utilization. The bill is part of a broader effort to support home and community-based care, with the goal of allowing individuals with long-term care needs to receive services in less restrictive, more personalized settings while maintaining their independence and quality of life. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

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