The proposed bill would update current statutes regarding self-insurance programs for school district governing boards with at least 300 employees by changing the frequency of required coverage quotes from every three years to every four years. Additionally, it would require supporting entities to provide essential insurance information to the school district at least 60 days before the end of the current benefit program year. The bill also introduces exemptions from procurement requirements for certain nonprofit corporation health care pools and defines "authorized service providers," while mandating detailed reporting of claims and eligibility data in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the definition of "self-insurance program" to include only those funded by the school district governing board and specifies that budgeted funds for these programs are subject to district budgetary requirements and do not lapse at the end of the fiscal year, except under certain conditions. These updates aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and financial management of self-insurance programs within Arizona's school districts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-1626, 15-2402, 15-1625, 35-115, 15-701.01, 15-393, 15-1682.03, 15-1696, 15-1747
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-382