Delaying the implementation of the long-term services and supports trust program by 18 months.
Summary
Delays the collection of premium assessments under the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program (Trust Program) until July 1, 2023.
Delays the availability of approved services under the Trust Program until July 1, 2026.
Allows persons born before January 1, 1968, who do not meet the 10-year minimum for paying Trust Program premiums to receive partial benefits based on the number of years of premium payments.
From the Substitute House Bill Report (SHB 1732), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗
AN ACT Relating to delaying the implementation of the long-term services and supports trust program by 18 months to allow for the extension of benefits to persons born before January 1, 1968, by modifying conditions for becoming a qualified individual and eligible beneficiary and allowing for the refunding of prematurely collected premiums;