The bill mandates that the Department of Social Services (DSS) must submit any applications for grants under the Rural Health Transformation Program or for technical assistance funding to the Human Services Committee at least thirty days prior to seeking federal approval. The bill defines "technical assistance funding" as federal grants aimed at implementing system modifications for public assistance programs, including Medicaid. The Human Services Committee is authorized to hold public hearings on these applications and has the power to approve, deny, or modify them. If the committee does not take action within thirty days, the application is automatically deemed approved.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if the committee denies an application, DSS is prohibited from submitting it to the federal government. Conversely, if the committee votes to modify the application, DSS must revise it accordingly before submission. This legislative change aims to enhance oversight of federal fund applications by ensuring that the committee has a say in the process, potentially impacting the timing and nature of funding received by DSS. The bill will take effect upon passage.