This bill amends existing laws to include "complex care residential homes" as entities subject to regulations by the Department of Health in Alaska. Specifically, it adds complex care residential homes to the list of facilities in AS 47.32.010(b) and defines them in AS 47.32.900(22) as residential settings that provide 24-hour multi-disciplinary care for individuals with mental, behavioral, medical, or disability-related needs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that hospitals do not include complex care residential homes, as stated in the amended definition of "hospital" in AS 47.32.900(11).

Furthermore, the bill mandates the Department of Health to submit necessary amendments to the state plan for medical assistance coverage or apply for waivers to implement the new provisions. The effectiveness of the new regulations is conditional upon approval from the United States Department of Health and Human Services by July 1, 2031. If approved, the new regulations will take effect the day after the approval is granted.

Statutes affected:
SB0076A, AM SB 76, introduced 01/27/2025: 47.32.010, 47.32.900, 47.33.990, 47.10.310