Rep. Robyn Gabel

Creates the CARE Act. Contains only a short title provision.

Amends the Children and Family Services Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Hospital Licensing Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Legislative Commission Reorganization Act of 1984. Provides for the acquisition and placement of statues depicting President Ronald W. Reagan and President Barack H. Obama at the State Capitol Building. Provides that the Architect of the Capitol may provide for the design and fabrication of the statues, or may otherwise acquire, using funds collected for such purpose or a statue donated to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, a suitable statue for placement. Requires the Architect of the Capitol to take actions necessary to provide for the placement and unveiling of the statues by February 15, 2021. Requires the Architect of the Capitol to issue a report to the Governor and General Assembly detailing his or her actions in acquiring and placing the statues. Provides that the Capitol Restoration Trust Fund shall contain 2 separate accounts for the deposit of funds donated for the payment of expenses associated with the placement of the statues. Provides that the separate accounts may accept deposits from any source, whether private or public, and may be appropriated only for use by the Architect of the Capitol for expenses associated with the acquisition, placement, and maintenance of the statues. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that beginning in State fiscal year 2020, the specified income threshold shall be no less than 200% of the then-current federal poverty level for each family size. Effective July 1, 2019.

Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Creates a credit for taxpayers who (i) own residential rental property in the State and (ii) enter into or renew a lease agreement with a qualified renter during the taxable year. Provides that the credit shall be equal to 15% of the annual rent paid to the taxpayer by that qualified renter. Provides that the term "qualified renter" means any person who has been convicted of a crime in this State or any other jurisdiction. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that all managed care plans shall ensure that all claims and indemnities concerning health care services shall be paid within 30 days after receipt of a claim that has provided specified information on a CMS-1500 Health Insurance Claim Form or a UB-04 (CMS-1450) form. Provides that certain health care providers shall be notified of any known failure of the claim and provide detailed information on how the claim may be satisfied to receive payment within 30 days after receipt. Provides that any undisputed portions of a claim must be reimbursed by the managed care plan within 30 days after receipt. Grants the Department of Insurance specific authority to issue a cease and desist order, fine, or otherwise penalize managed care plans that violate provisions concerning timely payment for health care services. Provides that a policy issued or delivered to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services that provides coverage to certain persons is subject to the provisions concerning timely payment for health care services. Makes conforming changes in the Illinois Public Aid Code.

Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that for dates of service from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, rates or payments for home health visits shall be $91; for dates of service from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021, rates or payments for home health visits shall be $111; and for dates of service on and after January 1, 2022, rates or payments for home health visits shall be $131. Provides that for dates of service from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, rates or payments for the certified nursing assistant component of the home health agency rate shall be $25; for dates of service from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021, rates or payments for the certified nursing assistant component of the home health agency rate shall be $30; and for dates of service on and after January 1, 2022, rates or payments for the certified nursing assistant component of the home health agency rate shall be $35. Effective immediately.

Creates the Community Providers Billing Act. Provides that the State of Illinois shall establish a Medicaid technical assistance grant to fund the creation or procurement of a third-party administrator to assist community-based organizations to effectively and efficiently engage with Medicaid managed care organizations, including billing, contracting, and data sharing. Provides that the State shall provide for: the use of the third-party administrator by eligible organizations, including community-based organizations, local health departments, and other units of government; funding mechanisms; and the scope of the third-party administrator.

Amends the School Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the School Code's construction.