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New Eligibility Rules for Medicaid Personal Care Services

This bill introduces stricter requirements for receiving personal care assistance through Medicaid. Starting in 2027, only individuals unable to perform at least three daily activities will qualify for this support.
Key points
Requires inability to perform 3 or more activities of daily living to qualify for services.
The changes will apply to medical assistance provided on or after January 12, 2027.
Aims to ensure personal care services are directed to those with significant functional needs.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7713
Sponsor: Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1]
Process start date: 2026-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Deceptive Practices in Assistance Programs Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7713.

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 2026-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires inability to perform 3 or more activities of daily living to qualify for services.
  • The changes will apply to medical assistance provided on or after January 12, 2027.
  • Aims to ensure personal care services are directed to those with significant functional needs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-20.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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