Substitute House Bill No. 5421 establishes a new, nonlapsing account known as the "health care facility patient lift account," effective July 1, 2026. This account will include state appropriations, legally required deposits, and any gifts or donations intended for its purposes. The State Treasurer is tasked with administering the account, and the funds will be utilized by the Department of Public Health to provide grants for purchasing patient lifts. The Commissioner of Public Health is authorized to retain up to two percent of the account's balance for administrative costs.

The bill specifically allows grants to be made to various health care providers, including physician practices, radiological facilities, and imaging centers, to acquire patient lifts designed to assist in transferring elderly individuals, persons with disabilities, or those with chronic health conditions. Importantly, the Commissioner is prohibited from issuing grants that exceed the available balance in the account. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of care and support for vulnerable populations in health care settings.