The bill titled "An Act to establish an exemption for personal vehicle value from the MassHealth asset limit" proposes an amendment to Section 25 of chapter 118E of the General Laws. This amendment introduces a new provision that allows for a single vehicle owned and registered for personal, non-commercial use to be exempt from the MassHealth asset limit, provided its value does not exceed $10,000. The vehicle's value will be determined using the valuation method established in section 1 of chapter 60A of the General Laws.

This legislative change aims to provide financial relief to individuals who rely on personal vehicles for transportation while receiving MassHealth benefits. By exempting the value of a personal vehicle from asset calculations, the bill seeks to ensure that individuals are not penalized for owning a necessary means of transportation, thereby promoting greater access to healthcare services.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 118E-25