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SB 495

AN ACT EXPANDING THE MEMBERSHIP AND STUDY FOCUS OF THE LONG-TERM CARE PLANNING COMMITTEE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Martin Looney

Connecticut bill SB 495 modifies long-term care policy; referred to Human Services Committee for evaluation of regulatory, funding, or service delivery changes.

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Bill Summary · SB 495

Legislative bill overview

SB 495 is a Connecticut bill addressing long-term care policy, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on the bill title and referral to the Human Services Committee, it likely proposes changes to how Connecticut regulates, funds, or delivers long-term care services (nursing homes, assisted living, home care, etc.).

Why is this important

Long-term care affects millions of elderly and disabled residents who need ongoing medical and personal assistance. Changes to long-term care policy directly impact care quality, costs for families, worker wages, facility operations, and Medicaid spending—one of the largest state budget items.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms: Whether the bill raises taxes, redirects existing funds, or shifts costs to families, facilities, or insurance programs
  • Regulatory standards: Changes to staffing ratios, quality standards, or facility licensing could increase operational costs or affect service availability
  • Medicaid reimbursement rates: Adjustments to state payment rates affect facility profitability and worker compensation, creating tension between affordability and care quality

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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