We're watching states that don't require mandatory LTCi training - yet. By the end of 2008, another dozen or so states will do so, in many cases along with implementation or anticipation of a state partnership program.

Alabama - No legislation pending at this time.

Alaska - No legislation pending at this time.

Delaware - No legislation pending at this time.

District of Columbia - No legislation pending at this time.

Hawaii - State partnership program rules have been drafted.

Kentucky - State partnership program rules have been drafted.

Louisiana - No legislation pending at this time.

Massachusetts - No legislation pending at this time.

Michigan - State plan amendment has been filed.

Mississippi - State partnership rules are being drafted.

New Hampshire - State plan amendment submitted.

New Mexico - No legislation pending at this time.

North Carolina - State partnership programs rules are being drafted.

Utah - No legislation pending at this time.

Vermont - No legislation pending at this time.

Washington - No partnership legislation in development at this time. General long-term care training requirement in place.

West Virginia - No legislation pending at this time.

Wyoming - No legislation pending at this time.