Max Baucus: “Yes. That provision specifically addresses the unique circumstances of Rhode Island. It should not matter when CMS is…”

“Yes. That provision specifically addresses the unique circumstances of Rhode Island. It should not matter when CMS is able to make a change in a waiver. What matters here is that Rhode Island had clearly determined that it would make the eligibility change on July 1, 2008. The decision to do so was made well in advance of congressional consideration of an FMAP increase, so Rhode Island has not been trying to game the system. Under this provision, Rhode Island will certainly be eligible for the FMAP increase.”