Maryland 2024 Regular Session

Maryland House Bill HB255

Introduced

1/10/24

Refer

1/10/24

Caption

Interagency Committee on Aging Services – Repeal

Impact

The repeal of the Interagency Committee on Aging Services could significantly impact the provision of services to frail or health-impaired seniors, as this committee was designed to facilitate collaboration amongst various state agencies. By dissolving this body, there are concerns that the current systems in place for delivering critical health and social services to seniors may become fragmented, leading to gaps in service delivery. The bill indicates a move toward a more decentralized approach, leaving local agencies to fill the void that the committee once occupied.

Summary

House Bill 255 proposes the repeal of the Interagency Committee on Aging Services within Maryland law. The bill aims to eliminate the provisions that established this committee, which previously served as a coordinating body to support and provide services for seniors in the state. The committee was responsible for developing a plan to ensure the delivery of integrated health services, social services, transportation, and housing for seniors. The repeal signifies a potential shift in how senior services are managed and coordinated at the state level.

Contention

Discussions around HB 255 may involve contention regarding the adequacy of local agencies to handle the responsibilities previously overseen by the Interagency Committee. Some stakeholders may argue that disbanding the committee limits the state's ability to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for seniors. Furthermore, there may be debates regarding the sufficiency of resources allocated to county and local agencies to meet the needs of the aging population without the support of a centralized committee.

Latest HB255 Activity

Companion Bills

MD SB223

Crossfiled Interagency Committee on Aging Services – Repeal

Previously Filed As

MD HB596

Health and Human Services Transportation Improvement Act of 2023

MD SB511

Health and Human Services Transportation Improvement Act of 2023

MD SB551

Department of Service and Civic Innovation and Maryland Corps Program Service Year Option Pathways - Established (Serving Every Region Through Vocational Exploration Act of 2023)

MD HB497

Rural Health Collaborative Pilot Repeal and Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition Funding

MD SB228

Department of Aging - Long-Term Care and Dementia Care Navigation Programs

MD SB498

Rural Health Collaborative Pilot Repeal and Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition Funding

MD HB614

Department of Aging - Long-Term Care and Dementia Care Navigation Programs

MD HB546

Serving Every Region Through Vocational Exploration Act of 2023

MD HB812

Health - Reproductive Health Services - Protected Information and Insurance Requirements

MD HB138

Study on Statewide 2-1-1 and 3-1-1 Systems

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