Resolve, To Expand The Eligibility For And Increase The Number Of Hours Of Applied Behavior Analysis Services Authorized By The Mainecare Program

This bill directs the Maine Department of Health and Human Services to increase the number of reimbursable behavioral and psychological consultation hours for adults with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder under the MaineCare program. Specifically, it raises the limit from the current amount to 120 hours for individuals who have approved behavior plans, aiming to provide more support services. The legislation also requires the department to seek necessary federal waivers to implement these changes and allocates approximately $1.18 million in funding across various state and federal sources to cover the increased costs.