Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (2009)

Federal health reform legislation that would expand health insurance coverage to nearly every American. Related to family caregivers, the new law will provide incentives to states to increase access to home and community-based services in their Medicaid programs, provide training for family caregivers and home care workers, and expand access to care coordination and transitional care services. In addition, the new law includes the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, which will establish a national, voluntary insurance program for purchasing long-term services and supports.

Bill Number H.R. 3590

Sponsor Rep. Charles Rangel (D-NY)

Date of Introduction 9/17/2009

Latest Activity Enacted 3/23/2010
Passed House 10/8/2009; Passed Senate with amendments 12/24/2009; Passed House with Senate amendments 3/21/2010; President Obama signed the bill into law 3/23/2010

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Topic: Direct Care Workforce