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PA HB1606

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

6/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ben Sanchez

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the personal needs allowance for Medical Assistance-eligible persons in nursing facilities to not less than $85, effective January 1, 2026
  • Amends Section 443.8 of the Human Services Code (Act of June 13, 1967)
  • Implementation is subject to Federal approval
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

In public assistance, further providing for personal needs allowance deduction for medical assistance-eligible persons in nursing facilities.

Last Action

Laid on the table

9/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules6/23/2025
Aging & Older Adult Services6/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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