Human Services Committee
JOINT FAVORABLE REPORT
Bill No.: SB-765
AN ACT CONCERNING ELIGIBILITY FOR THE CONNECTICUT HOME-CARE
Title: PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Vote Date: 2/23/2021
Vote Action: Joint Favorable
PH Date: 2/16/2021
File No.:
Disclaimer: The following JOINT FAVORABLE Report is prepared for the benefit of the
members of the General Assembly, solely for purposes of information, summarization and
explanation and does not represent the intent of the General Assembly or either chamber
thereof for any purpose.
SPONSORS OF BILL:
Human Services Committee
REASONS FOR BILL:
The reason for this bill is to clarify eligibility for the Connecticut Home-Care Program for
Persons with Disabilities pilot program. It amends the statute to clearly state that individuals
who receive or are eligible for medical assistance through Medicaid are ineligible for the
Connecticut Home-Care Program. The purpose of this bill is to reduce potential confusion
concerning individuals qualified for or receiving Medicaid in applying to this program.
RESPONSE FROM ADMINISTRATION/AGENCY:
Diedre S. Gifford, Commissioner, Department of Social Services, is in support of the bill. This
amendment makes the statute consistent with Department policy. From the start, DSS has
not allowed individuals who are eligible or active on Medicaid to participate in the program
since they may obtain services through the Medicaid State Plan or a Medicaid waiver.
NATURE AND SOURCES OF SUPPORT:
There are no additional sources of support for this bill.
NATURE AND SOURCES OF OPPOSITION:
There are no sources of opposition for this bill.
Reported by: Gianna Vollano Date: March 8, 2021
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