The latest CMS Innovation Center model aims to test lifestyle interventions that go beyond traditional clinical care to better manage chronic conditions for the Medicare FFS population. Mandatory LOIs are due April 10^th.

On March 13^th, the Trump administration issued an EO aimed at reducing regulatory barriers that delay housing construction and increase housing costs. Simultaneously, NYS continues to seek recommendations for regulatory reforms that would speed up housing and infrastructure development.

HUD proposes that PHAs and MFH owners be able to terminate assistance for non-compliance with work requirements or time limits. If the rule advances as proposed, older adults would be exempt, but family members, caregivers, and aging services workers could lose housing.

TPS for Haitians remains in place for now; new I-9 instructions issued.

Revoking the eviction notification requirement for non-payment of rent will revert HUD programs to a patchwork of federal, state, and local notification timelines.

LeadingAge NY provides a high-level overview of each house’s budget proposals, focusing on the issues of greatest significance for long-term care providers and plans and the people they serve.