HB1606

In public assistance, further providing for personal needs allowance deduction for medical assistance-eligible persons in nursing facilities.

Introduced·6/16/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1606 proposes to increase the personal needs allowance for medical assistance-eligible persons in nursing facilities to $85 starting.

Pennsylvania HB1606 amends the Human Services Code to increase the personal needs allowance for medical assistance-eligible persons in nursing facilities to a minimum of $85 starting January 1, 2026. This change is subject to federal approval and will take effect immediately upon enactment. The bill aims to enhance the financial support available to eligible individuals in nursing facilities, potentially improving their quality of life.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House Aging And Older Adult Services: Report Bill As Committed

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 23, 2025

10:00 AM

Aging & Older Adult Services (h) Hearing

History

Sep 10, 2025

House

Re-reported as committed

Sep 10, 2025

House

Laid on the table

Jun 23, 2025

House

Reported as committed