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HF 627

as introduced - 86th Legislature (2009 - 2010) Posted on 02/09/2010 01:39am

KEY: stricken = removed, old language.
underscored = added, new language.
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A bill for an act
 relating to veterans homes; requiring veterans homes to use Medicare Part D for
pharmacy costs for eligible veterans; amending Minnesota Statutes 2008, section
198.003, by adding a subdivision.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1.

Minnesota Statutes 2008, section 198.003, is amended by adding a
subdivision to read:


new text begin Subd. 7. new text end

new text begin Use of Medicare Part D for pharmacy costs. new text end

new text begin (a) The commissioner
shall maximize the use of Medicare Part D to pay pharmacy costs for eligible veterans
residing at the veterans homes.
 new text end

new text begin (b) The commissioner shall encourage eligible veterans to participate in the
Medicare Part D program and assist veterans in obtaining Part D coverage.
 new text end