MD HB36

Repeals the Interagency Committee on Aging Services and transfers its responsibilities directly to the Department of Aging, which may now enter into agreements, contracts, and adopt regulations to implement and coordinate services to older adults

Requires the Department to establish, coordinate, and supervise single points of entry within each planning and service area to assess needs of older adults and caregivers and connect them to services including transportation, health, nutrition, housing, and financial assistance

Consolidates and modernizes the service delivery system for older adults needing long-term services and supports, adding new eligible services such as assisted living subsidies, home modifications, chore services, and climate resilience services

Mandates stakeholder engagement beginning June 2025 to conduct transition planning, with person-centered assessments for individuals currently enrolled in Senior Care, Senior Assisted Living Subsidy, and Congregate Housing Services Programs

Updates terminology throughout the statute from "seniors" to "older adults" and takes effect July 1, 2026, except for transition planning provisions effective June 1, 2025