Kansas Republicans Challenge KDADS Reallocation of $24M Away From I/DD Waiting List
Kansas Republican lawmakers criticized the state Department for Aging and Disability Services for reallocating approximately $24 million in unspent funds originally intended to reduce the intellectual and developmental disability waiting list, which has grown to 5,357 people. KDADS instead transferred the funds to programs serving frail elderly Kansans ($19 million), individuals with severe brain injuries, and those requiring assistive technology. KDADS Secretary Laura Howard defended the action, stating the reallocation was endorsed through legislative oversight and that all legislatively authorized I/DD slots were filled, but lawmakers argued the move violated the intent of HB 2513.
State Medicaid agencies administering I/DD waiver programs face heightened legislative scrutiny over budget execution and waiting list management, with potential implications for future appropriations and agency discretion in fund transfers.
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