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Increased Personal Needs Allowance for Medicaid Institutionalized Individuals

This act increases the minimum monthly personal needs allowance for individuals and couples in institutional care under the Medicaid program. Starting January 1, 2025, these amounts will double and then automatically increase with Social Security benefit adjustments. This aims to improve the daily quality of life for these individuals by providing more funds for personal expenses.
Key points
Effective January 1, 2025, the minimum monthly personal needs allowance for individuals in Medicaid institutional care will increase from $30 to $60.
For couples in Medicaid institutional care, the minimum monthly allowance will increase from $60 to $120, also effective January 1, 2025.
After November 2025, these amounts will automatically increase by the same percentage as Social Security benefit adjustments.
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Print number: 118_HR_7682
Sponsor: Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]
Process start date: 2024-03-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PNA Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7682.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Effective January 1, 2025, the minimum monthly personal needs allowance for individuals in Medicaid institutional care will increase from $30 to $60.
  • For couples in Medicaid institutional care, the minimum monthly allowance will increase from $60 to $120, also effective January 1, 2025.
  • After November 2025, these amounts will automatically increase by the same percentage as Social Security benefit adjustments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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