What This Bill Does · Plain English
Summary · Congress.gov
Medicaid Empowerment Act of 2025 This bill allows state Medicaid programs to renew home- and community-based services waivers (also known as Section 1915(c) waivers) in 10-year periods. Currently, these waivers may be extended in five-year periods; waivers allow state Medicaid programs to cover long-term care services that are provided in home or community settings rather than in institutional settings.
Action Timeline
2025-04-29
Introduced in House
2025-04-29
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2025-04-29
Introduced in House
Frequently Asked Questions
Did HR.3079 pass?
HR.3079 is still alive. Current stage: COMMITTEE. Pass likelihood: pending.
What does HR.3079 do?
Medicaid Empowerment Act of 2025 This bill allows state Medicaid programs to renew home- and community-based services waivers (also known as Section 1915(c) waivers) in 10-year periods. Currently, these waivers may be extended in five-year periods; waivers allow state Medicaid programs to cover long-term care services that are provided in home or community settings rather than in institutional settings.
Who sponsored HR.3079?
HR.3079 was sponsored by Michael A. Rulli (R-Ohio).
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