The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6984, aims to amend Section 17b-343 of the general statutes concerning the maximum allowable rates for various services provided to the elderly, including adult day care services and transportation. The bill repeals the existing section and introduces new provisions that require the Commissioner of Social Services to establish an annual fee schedule for these services. Notably, the bill mandates a ten percent increase in the fee schedule for adult day care services effective July 1, 2025, specifically to enhance funding for adult day care transportation.

Additionally, the bill retains the authority for the Commissioner to adjust fees based on service costs and includes provisions for incremental increases for meals on wheels services. The legislation emphasizes that state payments to agencies for these services cannot exceed the amounts charged to the general public. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure that funding for adult day care services and transportation is adequately addressed to meet the needs of the elderly population.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill:
AGE Joint Favorable:
File No. 236:
APP Joint Favorable: