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CT HB05311
Bill
Status
3/3/2022
Primary Sponsor
Aging Committee
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AI Summary
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Nursing home facilities with available vehicles equipped for nonambulatory residents may provide nonemergency transportation to residents' family homes, effective July 1, 2022.
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Transportation is limited to family members living within fifteen miles of the nursing home facility.
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Transportation trips must be approved at least five business days in advance by a physician, physician's assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse.
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The Commissioner of Social Services shall establish a grant program to fund such nonemergency transportation within available appropriations.
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The Commissioner shall prescribe forms and procedures for nursing home facilities to apply for grants through the program.
Legislative Description
An Act Encouraging Socialization For Nursing Home Residents By Providing Transportation For Visits With Family.
Last Action
Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations
4/13/2022