The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by appropriating $25,000,000 from the state General Fund to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) for the establishment and retrofitting of secure behavioral health residential facilities (SBHRFs). The bill specifies that these funds must be used exclusively for constructing new SBHRFs or retrofitting existing buildings to serve as SBHRFs, with the requirement that AHCCCS, in consultation with the Arizona Department of Administration, issue a request for proposals by January 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill outlines specific criteria for prioritizing the selection of facilities, including their ability to open within twelve months and their geographic relevance to the state.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that entities receiving funding must utilize quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate clinical and social outcomes, such as medication adherence and participation in therapeutic activities. It also requires AHCCCS to report these evaluations to key state officials while ensuring that personal identifying information is redacted. The appropriation is exempt from lapsing provisions, ensuring that the funds remain available until fully utilized for their intended purpose.