After decades of a lack of investment, lawmakers are working to improve funding for services that impact people with disabilities, seniors, families and more. House Bill 7591 & Senate Bill 2553 would secure a long-term funding model by fully funding rate reform that passed in 2022.
Rate Review Passed
CPNRI leads the passage of rate reform. Significant steps made towards progress.
Review Released
The review finds that $66 million of investments are needed to catchup after years of falling behind.
Governor's Budget Shortfall
The Governor’s proposed budget only includes $22.2 million of the needed $66 million.
Funding Rate Reform
House Bill 7591 & Senate Bill 2553 would fix this issue by requiring the Governor to fully include the recommended rates in the annual budget submission.
On Tuesday, nearly 100 advocates gathered at the State House to talk to lawmakers about the importance of the legislation and what it means.
Then on Wednesday night, the House Finance Committee heard from advocates in support of the legislation.
All bills were held for further study. We will continue to work with lawmakers to get this done.
