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MD SB340
MD SB340Nursing Facilities - Medicaid Quality Assessment - Funding of Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring the Governor to include in the annual budget bill at least 3% of the special funds collected from the Medicaid quality assessment imposed on certain nursing facilities to fund the operations of the Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Governor to include in the annual budget bill a minimum of 3% of the special funds collected from a Medicaid quality assessment imposed on certain nursing facilities to fund the operations of the Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, which advocates for the rights and welfare of nursing home residents. This funding is to be in addition to any existing appropriations for the Ombudsman's office, ensuring that the funds collected from nursing facilities through this assessment are used to support the oversight and advocacy services provided to residents. The bill also specifies that this provision will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Finance Hearing (13:00:00 2/10/2026 ) (on 02/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0340?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0340f.pdf |
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