SB1741 is a budget reconciliation bill that introduces changes to health care-related statutes for the fiscal year 2025 in Arizona. The bill affects the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) by setting reporting requirements for unspent funds, detailing the use of hospital assessments for behavioral health services, and requiring a report on mental health medication costs. It also specifies county contributions for the Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) and acute care, sets Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) payment amounts, and addresses the Collaborative Care Uptake Fund, including its extension, repeal, and transfer of remaining funds to the state General Fund.

The bill makes several key changes, such as extending the Collaborative Care Uptake Fund's use until June 30, 2025, and its subsequent repeal on July 1, 2025. It outlines the contributions each county must make for ALTCS and acute care for FY 2025 and establishes procedures for the collection and adjustment of these contributions. Additionally, the bill sets DSH payment amounts for FY 2025 and includes amendments that extend AHCCCS's exemption from rulemaking for the hospital assessment, enhance the mental health medication report, and protect the confidentiality of proprietary rebate agreements. The bill was signed into law on June 18, 2024, and is known as Chapter 215.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-292
Senate Engrossed Version: 11-292