Bill > SB2544

This bill provides comprehensive appropriations for the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (DHFS) for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, allocating funds across multiple categories and funding sources. The bill appropriates significant funding for program administration, including allocations for personal services, state contributions, contractual services, and technology infrastructure across various funds like the General Revenue Fund and Public Aid Recoveries Trust Fund. Key funding areas include Child Support Services (receiving nearly $247 million), Medical Assistance programs (with billions allocated from sources like the General Revenue Fund, Hospital Provider Fund, and Healthcare Provider Relief Fund), and specific targeted programs such as a $25 million allocation to update payment rates for Federally Qualified Health Centers, $3 million for a Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program, and $15 million for a Medical Debt Relief Pilot Program. The bill also includes appropriations for specific initiatives like trauma center adjustments, University of Illinois Hospital reimbursements, and special medical demonstration projects, with funding sources ranging from state funds to federal matching funds and specific dedicated trust funds. The total appropriations span billions of dollars, covering administrative costs, medical services, provider payments, and various healthcare-related programs and initiatives.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2544&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104