This bill amends existing laws related to complex care residential homes in Alaska. It adds "complex care residential homes" to the list of entities regulated by the Department of Health, which includes various healthcare and residential facilities. The definition of "complex care residential home" is established as a residential setting that provides 24-hour multi-disciplinary care for individuals with mental, behavioral, medical, or disability-related needs requiring specialized services and monitoring. Additionally, the bill clarifies that "hospital" does not include complex care residential homes, and it updates the definition of "assisted living home" to include these facilities.

Furthermore, the bill mandates the Department of Health to submit necessary amendments to the state Medicaid plan or apply for waivers to ensure compliance with federal requirements for the implementation of these changes. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
HB0073A, AM HB 73, introduced 01/27/2025: 47.32.010, 47.32.900, 47.33.990, 47.10.310
HB0073B, AM CSHB 73(FIN), introduced 05/09/2025: 47.32.010, 47.32.900, 47.33.990, 47.10.310