An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, further providing for definitions, for administration of assistance programs and for regulations for protection of information; in the aged, further providing for Life Program; and making a repeal.

Summary

The bill adds new definitions for the LIFE program and for older‑adult daily living centers, and changes how the Department of Human Services administers assistance programs. It requires the department to share eligibility information with these providers, to delay Medicaid managed‑care assignments until assessments are completed, and to report quarterly enrollment data. The changes aim to give seniors clearer access to home‑ and community‑based services while protecting their information.

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