This bill amends RSA 167:18-a, III(b) by adding new subparagraphs (5) and (6), which allocate an aggregate credit of $11,228,839 to counties for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This funding is in addition to the existing $5,000,000 allocated under subparagraph III(b)(3) and is based on each county's proportional share of overpayments made during fiscal years 2020 and 2021. The intent of this bill is to provide financial relief to counties for reimbursement expenses incurred due to state expenditures for residents receiving services from nursing homes.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and does not create new positions or authorize new revenue sources. The estimated fiscal impact indicates that while there will be no new revenue generated, there will be expenditures of $11,228,839 in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027, funded through the General Fund. This allocation aims to support counties in managing the financial implications of long-term care services provided to residents.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 167:18-a