The bill amends existing legislation regarding the implementation timeline of the Waiver Reimagine program, specifically delaying its start date from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2028. This program is designed to establish a two-home and community-based services waiver structure for individuals requiring care typically provided in nursing homes, hospitals, or similar facilities. Additionally, the bill outlines the development of an individualized budget methodology and exceptions to support access to self-directed home care nursing services for eligible individuals.

Furthermore, the bill mandates the commissioner of human services to create an online support planning and tracking tool by July 1, 2027, which will help individuals using disability waiver services to access information about their total budget, eligible services, and chosen services. The commissioner is also tasked with ensuring that the new waiver service menu allows individuals to live in their preferred home and community-based settings while preventing unintended service disruptions. The effective date of this section is set for the day following its final enactment.