Bill > SF2297

This bill delays the implementation of new rates for family residential services and life sharing services from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2029, across several previously enacted sections of law. The bill also establishes the Advisory Task Force on Family Residential Services, a comprehensive group designed to evaluate and monitor proposed rate modifications for family residential services. The task force will consist of 8 members, including licensed adult family foster care providers, Department of Human Services representatives, lead agency representatives, service recipients, and advocacy group members. The task force will conduct detailed evaluations of rate models, including case studies, rate change estimates, and provider and service recipient counts. They are required to submit two key reports: the first by August 1, 2027, with recommendations on payment methodologies and potential legislative changes, and the second by January 15, 2030, assessing the implementation and impact of the new rate methodology. The task force will be funded through general fund appropriations and will expire on June 30, 2030. All of these provisions aim to carefully study and implement changes to family residential services rates while ensuring stakeholder input and minimal disruption to existing care providers.

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