MD SB721

Individuals who received home- and community-based waiver services in another state for the preceding 10 years become eligible for Maryland developmental disabilities services if they relocate to live with an immediate family member following the death or incapacitation of their caretaker

The immediate family member in Maryland must have resided in the state for at least 2 years prior to the individual's relocation

The Department must establish an expedited eligibility determination process with a 30-day completion requirement

Eligible individuals are placed in the crisis resolution category and given access to waiver services through the most appropriate reserve category based on services received in their previous state

The Department may begin eligibility determinations before an individual establishes residency in Maryland; effective October 1, 2026