The new report characterizes the status of emerging state-based social insurance programs. Using a qualitative, case-study approach, the researchers describe the nature and evolution of the long-term services and supports (LTSS) finance reform(s) taking place in 6 states.
Researchers conducted structured interviews with 42 key stakeholders in the study states. Their report:
- Describes the policy change that was proposed or adopted in each of these states.
- Identifies the common themes that emerged from key stakeholder interviews.
- Draws out implications and lessons learned that may help inform policy development at both the state and federal level.