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Increased Funding for Home and Community Care During COVID

This bill provides extra federal money to states to improve and expand home and community-based services for people who need care outside of nursing homes, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to help states support caregivers and make it easier for people to get care at home.
Key points
States receive more federal funds for home and community care programs.
Funds can be used to increase pay and provide benefits like paid sick leave for home care workers.
Money can help people on waiting lists get services and assist those in institutions to return home.
States can use funds for supplies, training, and recruiting home care staff.
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Additional Information
COVID HCBS Relief Act of 2021
Print number: HR 525
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2021-01-28