Bill > HB266

This bill establishes a new requirement for the Louisiana Department of Health to set a minimum monthly personal needs allowance for individuals living in healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes. Specifically, the bill mandates that a single institutionalized individual must receive at least $50 per month, while an institutionalized married couple must receive at least $100 per month. This personal needs allowance is intended to provide residents with funds for personal expenses and discretionary spending while residing in a care facility. The bill also allows the Louisiana Department of Health to submit a waiver or state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to secure federal financial support for implementing these allowances. However, the increases will only become applicable once the Louisiana Legislature passes a specific appropriation act to fund the implementation of these provisions. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or through the standard legislative process as outlined in the Louisiana Constitution.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=25rs&b=HB266&sbi=y