H277

Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H277 expands eligibility for the personal care attendant program to include those needing supervision and cueing.

Massachusetts H277 amends the state's personal care attendant program to allow individuals who need supervision and cueing to perform two or more activities of daily living to qualify. This change aims to broaden the scope of those who can receive assistance under the program, ensuring support for a wider range of individuals.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Hearing

History

Aug 4

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jun 17

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026

Mar 19

House

Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026