The Money Follows the Person Permanency Act of 2024 would make permanent a federal program that helps states transition people from institutional care settings like nursing homes back into community-based care. Currently, the Money Follows the Person program is set to expire after fiscal year 2027, but this bill would extend it indefinitely beyond that date. The program affects elderly individuals and people with disabilities who rely on Medicaid for long-term care services. By making the program permanent rather than temporary, the legislation aims to provide states with ongoing federal funding and support to continue moving individuals from institutions to home and community-based settings. This change removes the current sunset provision and allows states to plan long-term strategies around the program without worrying about future funding cuts.
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