An Act establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a special commission to investigate the possibility of establishing a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program in Massachusetts. The commission will include members of the General Court and will examine the feasibility and potential implementation of such a program. This initiative aims to explore options for providing support to individuals who require assistance with daily living activities.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission.
- The commission will include members of the General Court.
- The commission will investigate a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program.
- The commission will examine feasibility and potential implementation.
- The commission will report its findings and recommendations.
Who is affected
- Individuals needing long-term care services
- Families of individuals needing long-term care services
- Elder Affairs Committee
- General Court members
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill proposes a comprehensive investigation into a new benefit program.
- The commission’s findings will inform potential policy changes.
- The commission’s work could lead to the creation of a new state-wide program.
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4 on record
Primary sponsor
Thomas M. Stanley
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