The proposed Bill No. 6600 aims to amend section 19a-638 of the general statutes by eliminating most certificate of need requirements for health care facilities. The bill retains specific exceptions, including the transfer of ownership of health care facilities to entities other than physicians, the termination of inpatient or outpatient services by hospitals, and the relocation of certain health services outside their current municipalities. Additionally, it addresses the termination of surgical services by outpatient surgical facilities and the acquisition of controlling interests in health care facilities or large group practices by private equity companies.

The bill's intent is to streamline the regulatory process surrounding health care facilities while maintaining oversight in critical areas such as ownership transfers and service terminations. By removing unnecessary certificate of need requirements, the legislation seeks to enhance operational flexibility for health care providers while ensuring that essential services remain accessible to the public.