The bill aims to repeal the Location Act for Community Homes for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Arkansas. This repeal involves the removal of specific sections from the Arkansas Code, including definitions, purposes, and regulations related to the establishment and operation of community homes for individuals with developmental disabilities. Notably, the bill amends the definition of "exempt child welfare agency" by deleting references to the Location Act, thereby eliminating the legal framework that previously governed the location and operation of these community homes.

Additionally, the bill makes amendments to the reimbursement rate structure for contracting with community programs, specifically by updating the language to include references to certain laws while deleting others. This change is intended to clarify the state's responsibilities regarding Medicaid-covered and state-covered services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline regulations and remove outdated legal requirements related to community homes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Statutes affected:
HB 1537: 9-28-402(12), 20-48-702(a)
Act 850: 9-28-402(12), 20-48-702(a)