Bill > SB88

This bill modifies the publication process for Certificate of Need (CON) letters of intent in Montana, primarily changing how the Department of Public Health and Human Services communicates these letters to the public. Specifically, the bill replaces the current requirement of publishing letters of intent in a newspaper with a new mandate to publish them on the department's website on the 10th day of each month. A Certificate of Need is a regulatory process that requires healthcare providers to obtain approval before making certain major investments or expansions. The bill maintains existing procedures for submitting letters of intent, including the requirement that persons intending to acquire or enter into a contract for 50% or more of a long-term care facility must submit a letter to the department at least 30 days in advance. Other provisions remain unchanged, such as the 30-day window for others to request comparative review of a proposal, the department's review process, and timelines for application completeness and decision-making. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and the secretary of state is required to send a copy of the act to each federally recognized tribal government in Montana.

Health and Social Services

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0445