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MO HB343
Bill
Status
6/19/2015
Primary Sponsor
Mike Lair
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Social Services, Department of Health and Senior Services, and Department of Mental Health to establish a committee by September 1, 2015 to assess continuing the Money Follows the Person demonstration program
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Committee must study program sustainability beyond the demonstration timeframe ending September 30, 2018, review program achievements, explore cost savings, and investigate the need for a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services waiver
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Committee membership includes fiscal staff from multiple state departments plus representatives from the MO HealthNet division, developmental disabilities division, centers for independent living, area agencies on aging, Missouri assistive technology council, and skilled nursing community
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One member from the Missouri House of Representatives (appointed by the speaker) and one senator (appointed by the president pro tempore) must serve on the committee
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Recommendations based on committee findings must be reported to the General Assembly and governor by July 1, 2016, with the section expiring January 1, 2017
Legislative Description
Establishes a committee to assess the continuation of the Money Follows the Person Demonstration Program in order to help disabled or aging individuals transition from nursing facilities to community settings
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State (G)
6/19/2015