incontinence

The settlement had been in the works for more than a year, including AHCA going through a rule-making process to provide “medically necessary” incontinence supplies to adults, according to court documents.

The settlement puts the lawsuit on hold while AHCA moves forward with a rule-making process. Plaintiffs alleged that the state’s policy on incontinence supplies violated federal Medicaid law and the ADA.

Last month, Florida joined 15 other states in banning sales taxes on diapers to make them more affordable for older adults and families with young children.

The Florida House has passed a permanent tax exemption on baby diapers and adult incontinence products in the state.

The lawsuit, filed on behalf of two 22-year-old women, contends that the state is violating federal Medicaid law and laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act by not providing the supplies.

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