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This bill enacts significant changes to the governance and operation of the Arizona State Hospital (ASH) by establishing a new ASH Governing Board, which will be responsible for administering state laws related to the hospital. The bill also redefines the roles of the Director of the Department of Health Services (DHS) and the ASH Director, shifting more direct oversight and administrative control of the hospital to the new Governing Board and the ASH Director. Key provisions include the creation of a five-member ASH Governing Board appointed by the Governor, with specific qualifications and restrictions to ensure independence and expertise, and the establishment of emergency members to ensure continuity of operations. The bill also repeals an existing section related to the ASH and makes numerous amendments across various Arizona Revised Statutes to reflect these changes, including updating definitions, clarifying duties, and adjusting reporting and operational procedures for the hospital and its leadership. The effective date for these changes is January 1, 2028.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85483