CT SB00058

Commissioner of Social Services must amend Medicaid state plan by December 31, 2023 to allow deductions for conservator compensation (minimum $125/month for accounting periods of at least one year), Probate Court filing fees, probate bond premiums, and other fiduciary expenses approved by Probate Court.

Conservator compensation, fiduciary fees, and expenses approved by Probate Court shall not be treated as improper asset transfers for Medicaid eligibility purposes if the applicant or recipient submits documentation showing the services complied with Probate Court regulations and were for fair market value.

Commissioner of Social Services must calculate total deductions made under the new provisions by December 31, 2024 and annually thereafter, and the Probate Court Administrator must transfer one-half of the total deducted amount from the Probate Court Administration Fund to the Department of Social Services.

Minimum conservator or guardian compensation increases from $50 to $125 for any accounting period continuing for at least one year for persons supported by the state in humane institutions or receiving public assistance benefits.

Section 1 effective October 1, 2023; Section 2 effective July 1, 2023; Section 3 effective October 1, 2023.