Bill > S371

This bill proposes changes to Medicaid eligibility for seniors by amending Section 25 of Chapter 118E of the General Laws. Specifically, it aims to adjust the income threshold for eligibility to an amount not exceeding 135% of the federal poverty level, which is a measure of income used to determine eligibility for certain federal programs. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision for resource eligibility, aligning it with the criteria used for a Medicare Part D low-income subsidy for individuals with incomes up to 150% of the federal poverty level, meaning that seniors with incomes within this range will have their resources evaluated based on a specific federal standard. The relevant state division is tasked with obtaining any necessary waivers, updating its state plan, and creating regulations to put these changes into effect.