![]() This legislation will reform Copay Accumulator rules to ensure all forms of payment, including copay assistance programs, count toward a patient's deductible and out-of-pocket maximum (OOP). On June 10, 2023, Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 999 into law and will take effect September 1, 2023. With up to 25% of those living with MS requiring long-term care services at some point in their lifetime, it is imperative that direct care workers receive competitive compensation for the services they render. The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates that the need for this workforce will increase by 25% from 2021 to 2031. With this rate of pay, these workers seek other employment, leaving this field with a shortage of workers and the people who need assistance without the care they need. In 2020, 48% of direct care workers were earning less than 200% of the poverty level. MS Activists acted in support of an increase in wages by holding meetings with legislators during State Action Day and sending email alerts with the National MS Society, as well as providing testimony. The exact numbers used for wage increases for workers will be implemented through administrative rules. ![]() With this comes the passing of an amendment to House Bill 33 which will requires the state to provide for provider rate increase funding to ensure workforce stabilities and greater access to care for Medicaid recipients through increased wages and workforce supports. On Tuesday, July 4, 2023, Governor Mike DeWine signed Ohio’s fiscal year 2024-2025 operating budget bill into law. In 2023 MS Activists have helped pass 39 bills across 20 states. While most state sessions have come to a close for the year, we’re excited to announce the passage of paid family leave legislation in Maine, access to medication legislation in Texas and home healthcare worker pay legislation in Ohio.
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