Bill > HB2312

This bill modifies the structure and duties of the Arizona Advisory Council on Indian Health Care to ensure better representation and effectiveness in addressing the healthcare needs of American Indian tribes and urban Indian health organizations in Arizona. Key changes include expanding the council's membership to include more tribal representatives, a representative from the Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona, and a representative from an urban Indian health organization, while also clarifying that a majority of the council must be members of federally recognized American Indian tribes. The bill also redefines the council's duties to focus on assisting tribes and urban Indian health organizations in developing comprehensive healthcare systems, recommending new programs and policies, facilitating communication, conducting research, holding public hearings, and seeking grants, all aimed at improving medical and public health care delivery and financing for these populations. Additionally, the bill clarifies that certain federal representatives will serve as technical advisors and outlines procedures for electing a chairperson and vice-chairperson, as well as the terms of service for members.