This bill proposes to update current statutes by appropriating $2,500,000 from the state General Fund for Fiscal Year 2027 to the University of Arizona specifically for the AZ REACH program. This new funding is intended to support the program's operations, which coordinates acute medical care transfers across Arizona. The bill also establishes the legislature's intent for this appropriation to be considered ongoing funding in future years, ensuring continued financial support for the program.

The current law remains unchanged, but the bill introduces new provisions that explicitly allocate the funds and express the legislature's intent regarding the ongoing nature of the funding. The language of the bill emphasizes the importance of the AZ REACH program and its role in providing essential medical services, thereby reinforcing the state's commitment to healthcare accessibility.