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.

In addition to the new fee increase for adult day care services, the bill retains provisions for annual adjustments based on the cost of services and includes specific increases for meals on wheels services. The legislation emphasizes that the state will not pay any agency more than the amount charged to the general public for these services. 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 in Connecticut.

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