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HF 381

Policies related to establishing rates for home and community-based waiver services modified, and room and board rates for individuals receiving home and community-based services increased.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Baker and 9 co-sponsors

Overview: HF 381, "Policies related to establishing rates for home and community-based waiver services modified, and room and board rates for individuals receiving home and communi

Author added Momanyi-Hiltsley
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Bill Summary · HF 381

Overview: HF 381, "Policies related to establishing rates for home and community-based waiver services modified, and room and board rates for individuals receiving home and community-based services increased", was introduced on February 13, 2025 and has had the author Momanyi-Hiltsley added.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address issues related to the rates and funding for home and community-based waiver services, as well as the room and board rates for individuals receiving these services.

Key Provisions:
- Modifies the policies and processes for establishing rates for home and community-based waiver services, with the goal of ensuring adequate funding and provider reimbursement.
- Increases the room and board rates for individuals receiving home and community-based services to better reflect the actual costs.
- Requires the Department of Human Services to regularly review and adjust the rates for home and community-based services and room and board to maintain their adequacy.
- Directs the Department of Human Services to engage with stakeholders, including service providers and individuals with disabilities, in the rate-setting process.

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with disabilities who rely on home and community-based services would benefit from improved access and quality of care due to the increased funding and rates.
- Home and community-based service providers would have more sustainable reimbursement rates, allowing them to maintain and expand their services.
- The Department of Human Services would be responsible for implementing the new rate-setting policies and processes.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced and has had the author Momanyi-Hiltsley added. Further legislative action, such as committee hearings and votes, will determine the bill's progress and potential enactment.

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

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