HB991:

Individuals with developmental disabilities; DMAS to amend waivers providing services, etc.

Bill Summary:

Department of Medical Assistance Services; amend
waivers providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities;
greater financial flexibility for certain services; report. Directs
the Department of Medical Assistance Services to (i) take steps to
amend the Family and Individual Supports, Community Living, and Building
Independence waivers to combine the maximum annual allowable amount
for assistive technology, electronic home-based support services,
and environmental modifications for an individual receiving waiver
services, for an annual total of $15,000, to provide for greater
flexibility and better meet the needs of individuals receiving services
and (ii) report on its progress to the Governor and the General Assembly
by December 1, 2022.