S.0194

An act relating to designated and specialized service agency payment methodology

Introduced·1/6/26
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Vermont S0194 amends payment rates for community-based service providers, establishing a monthly prospective payment methodology.

Vermont S0194 revises the payment rates for community-based service providers, ensuring they are reasonable and adequate to achieve required outcomes. The Secretary of Human Services must calculate these rates annually, considering Vermont labor market rates and costs of operation. The bill also establishes a process for providers at risk of closure to request stabilization. Additionally, it mandates a reconciliation process to ensure alignment between authorized services and actual delivery, including census validation and funding accuracy. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Health and Welfare Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 10

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Health and Welfare Hearing

Mar 13

12:00 AM

Senate Committee on Health and Welfare Hearing

History

Jan 6

Senate

Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare