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LA HB266
Bill
Status
6/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Wiley
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AI Summary
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Louisiana Department of Health must set the monthly personal needs allowance at no less than $50 for an institutionalized individual and no less than $100 for an institutionalized couple
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LDH may submit a waiver or state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to secure federal matching funds for these allowances
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Implementation is contingent on a separate legislative appropriation of funds specifically for this purpose
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Effective upon signature by the governor or upon expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature
Legislative Description
Provides for the personal needs allowance of residents in nursing homes and other facilities (EN +$893,660 GF EX See Note)
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Last Action
Effective date: 06/11/2025.
6/11/2025