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MS HB1325

MS HB1325
Medicaid; delete prohibition on participation in for psychiatric residential treatment facility in Desoto County.


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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 41-7-191, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Prohibition On Participating In Medicaid For A Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility In Desoto County That Was Established By A Hospital In The County Under The Authority Of A Certificate Of Need; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 41-7-191 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to remove a prohibition that prevented a psychiatric residential treatment facility in Desoto County, established by a hospital in that county under a Certificate of Need (a permit required for certain healthcare facility projects), from participating in the Medicaid program. Previously, this facility was restricted from receiving Medicaid payments, but this bill removes that restriction, allowing it to participate in Medicaid.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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