Boston Medicare Attorneys Cohen & Oalican discuss the Deficit Reduction act and its impact on their Elder Law Clients in Boston, Raynham and Andover. On February 8, 2006, President Bush signed the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005. The Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 significantly changes Federal Medicaid laws. The three most important changes concern: 1. The transfer of assets to qualify for Medicaid; 2. Medicaid annuities; 3. Medicaid’s treatment of the primary residence.