Community Choices Act (2009)

Federal bill would give individuals who are eligible for nursing home services or other institutional care equal access to community-based services and supports. The bill would provide an increase in federal funds to help states develop their long-term care infrastructure and to enhance their ability to provide home and community-based services.

Bill Number H.R. 1670/ S. 683

Sponsor Rep. Danny Davis (D-IL)/ Sen. Tom Harkin (D-IA)

Date of Introduction 3/23/2009

Latest Activity Stalled (did not pass in 111th Congress)

More Info http://thomas.loc.gov/

Topic: Home and Community-Based Services