To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of community-based attendant services and supports under the Medicaid Program.
Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to eligible States which have established a Consumer Task Force to assist the State in its development of real choice systems change initiatives with regard to consumer-responsive long-term services to eligible individuals. Authorizes appropriations.
Directs the National Council on Disability to review and report to Congress on: (1) certain Medicaid regulations on home health and personal care services; and (2) how excessive use of medical services can be reduced by using community attendant services and supports.
Directs the Secretary to establish a task force to examine appropriate methods for financing long-term services and supports.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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