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HB 5421

AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE PATIENT LIFTS TO CERTAIN HEALTH CARE OFFICES AND FACILITIES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Saud Anwar and 11 co-sponsors

Connecticut establishes a dedicated state account to fund durable medical equipment purchases for health care facilities statewide, improving patient care access and reducing facility costs.

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Bill Summary · HB 5421

Legislative bill overview

HB 5421 establishes a dedicated account in Connecticut to fund the procurement and distribution of durable medical equipment (DME) to health care facilities across the state. The bill creates a mechanism for allocating resources specifically for medical equipment purchases, such as wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen equipment, and other long-term medical devices that patients use in clinical settings.

Why is this important

Durable medical equipment is essential for patient care, rehabilitation, and quality of life in hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care facilities. By creating a dedicated funding account, the state aims to ensure consistent, equitable access to necessary equipment and reduce the financial burden on individual facilities, which can improve care standards statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget impact and funding source – The bill requires clarifying how the account will be funded (general revenue, fees, grants, or other sources) and whether it represents new spending or reallocation of existing resources
  • Distribution criteria – Questions may arise about how equipment will be allocated among facilities (by population, need, facility type, or geographic area) and whether the process is fair and transparent
  • Equipment scope and maintenance – Disagreement could occur over which types of equipment qualify, who maintains and replaces worn equipment, and whether the account covers repair costs or only initial purchases

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

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