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Introduced
02/07/2023
02/07/2023
In Committee
03/20/2023
03/20/2023
Crossed Over
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
Passed
03/30/2023
03/30/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/30/2023
03/30/2023
Introduced Session
Fifty-sixth Legislature - First Regular Session (2023)
Bill Summary
An Act amending title 36, chapter 29, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 36-2905.05; repealing section 36-2905.05, Arizona Revised Statutes; appropriating monies; relating to the Arizona health care cost containment system administration.
AI Summary
This bill aims to address eligibility redeterminations for members of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), which is the state's Medicaid program. The key provisions of the bill are:
1. The AHCCCS administration must issue decisions on redeterminations for all members who have not been redetermined since December 1, 2022 and were identified as ineligible through the auto-renewal process by December 31, 2023.
2. The AHCCCS administration is prohibited from establishing additional procedural requirements beyond the minimum required by federal law to complete redeterminations or removals, and from following any federal guidance that is contrary to the requirements of this bill.
3. The AHCCCS administration must submit monthly reports to the state legislature from May 2023 to May 2024 on the status of member renewals and eligibility determinations.
4. The bill also appropriates additional funding to the AHCCCS administration for adjustments in formula requirements.
5. The bill is designated as an emergency measure, meaning it will take effect immediately upon the governor's approval.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Chapter 17 (on 03/30/2023)
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