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--- Begin Message ---Subject: MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON IN SENATE BUDGET RECONCILATIONALERT*ALERT*ALERT*ALERT*ALERT*ALERT*ALERT MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON INCLUDED IN SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE's FINAL BUDGET RECONCILIATION MARK-UP!!!! Intensive support for MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON from advocates throughout the country and support from Senator Grassley, Senator Smith and Senate Democrats led by Senator Harkin got funding for MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON included in the Senate Budget Reconciliation package. Thanks for everyones support!!!!!!!!!! Continuing advocacy from advocates throughout the country will be necessary to assure that MFP is fully funded starting in FY 2006 and that the matching rate is 100% in year one for the person moving into the community. The House Energy and Commerce will be taking up Medicaid funding very soon. Advocates must contact their Representatives and tell them to support MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON starting in FY 2006 at th 100% matching rate. Continue your ongoing advocacy for MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON Together we can - FREE OUR PEOPLE The ADAPT Community www.adapt.org NATIONAL ADAPT MAILING LIST - Adapt MiCASA List http://www.adapt.org
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