Eliminate termination date of community health aide program
Maddy summaryThis bill makes Montana's community health aide program permanent by removing its previously scheduled expiration date. It directs the Department of Public Health and Human Services to apply for Medicaid coverage for services provided by certified community health aides. The change directly affects community health aides and their patients, particularly in rural and tribal communities, ensuring continued access to essential healthcare services without future legislative renewal.
HealthcareSupports HealthcareMakes community health aide program permanent, directs Medicaid coverage application, ensuring continued rural/tribal healthcare access without legislative renewal
Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMakes community health aide program permanent, ensuring continued employment and Medicaid coverage for workers serving rural/tribal communities, aligning with worker protection.
Signed into law Apr 4, 2025
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