If this bill were to become law, it would amend the current statute by updating the deadline for the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) to provide a conspicuous link on its public website. The new deadline would be changed from February 1, 2022, to December 1, 2025. Additionally, the bill would expand the requirement to include both the Department of Health Services and AHCCCS in providing this information, ensuring that it is accessible in both English and Spanish.
The bill also specifies that the information provided must include support for pregnant women and adoption information, which aligns with the existing requirements for the Department of Health Services. The language regarding the department's public website would be updated to reflect the inclusion of AHCCCS, and the term "department's" would be removed to clarify that both agencies are responsible for this task. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the accessibility of vital information for pregnant women while making necessary technical adjustments to the current law.
Statutes affected: Introduced Version: 36-2153.01
House Engrossed Version: 36-2153.01