HB 1087 - DIGEST
(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Addresses alternative funding for long-term care access.

States that the creation of a long-term care insurance benefit of an established dollar amount per day for eligible employees, paid through an employee payroll premium, is in the best interest of the state.

Creates the long-term services and supports trust commission.

Creates the long-term services and supports trust program.

Gives the state health care authority, the department of social and health services, and the employment security department distinct responsibilities in the implementation and administration of the program.

Creates the long-term services and supports trust account.