Bill > SB1567

This bill proposes several comprehensive changes to Arizona's health care institution regulations, focusing on licensing, inspection, civil penalties, and specific requirements for behavioral health residential facilities. The bill increases civil penalties for violations from up to $1,000 to $5,000-$10,000 per violation, establishes new monitoring fees for non-compliant institutions, and introduces specific requirements for behavioral health facilities, such as mandatory family notification within 72 hours of a resident's admission and ensuring safe transportation for residents upon discharge. The bill also creates an Indigenous Peoples Protection Revolving Fund, which will allocate civil penalty revenues to tribal colleges, provide restitution to families of deceased victims in the behavioral health system, and distribute funds to tribal communities for behavioral health services. Additionally, the legislation modifies inspection processes, allows for more stringent oversight of health care institutions during ownership changes, and expands the Health Services Licensing Fund to include new revenue sources. The bill aims to enhance patient safety, improve regulatory oversight, and provide more comprehensive support for indigenous communities affected by behavioral health challenges.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83005