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RI S2084

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew LaMountain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the monthly personal needs allowance for nursing facility residents receiving Medicaid from $75.00 to $100.00, a 33% increase.

  • Amends Section 40-8-2 of the Rhode Island General Laws under the Medical Assistance chapter.

  • Personal needs allowance is the amount nursing home residents may retain from their income for personal expenses such as clothing, toiletries, and other incidentals.

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026.

Legislative Description

Increase the personal needs allowance of nursing facility residents from $75.00 to $100 per month.

Human Services

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

1/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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