SB 2291: DHS; MEDICAID; CHILD CARE SUBSIDIES; CAREGIVERS; CAREGIVER CAPACITY; ELIGIBILITY; HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES; ASSESSMENTS; EVALUATIONS; LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES; APPROPRIATION

Extends child care subsidies to disabled parents or guardians, regardless of their employment status.  Requires the Department of Human Services to evaluate caregiver capacity and dependent-care responsibilities when determining eligibility for medicaid home- and community-based services.  Requires the Department of Human Services to update its evaluation form and functional assessment protocols related to level of care and at-risk needs determinations.  Appropriates funds.