This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 9-5-34, to the Code of West Virginia, which aims to correlate the Medicaid personal needs allowance with the state poverty index. The legislation emphasizes the importance of providing dignity to elderly citizens by ensuring that their personal needs allowance is directly linked to the state poverty index. This adjustment would allow senior citizens to receive funds for essential personal items such as clothing and denture supplies.

The bill includes legislative findings that support the need for this correlation, highlighting the benefits it would provide to the elderly population in West Virginia. By enacting this measure, the state aims to enhance the financial support available to seniors, ensuring they have the necessary resources to meet their personal needs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-5-34