This bill amends existing laws related to the Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawki) program, specifically addressing coverage for applied behavior analysis services for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder. It introduces a new subsection that prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from accepting new applications for the autism support program after June 30, 2025, and establishes a future repeal of the program on July 1, 2027. Additionally, the bill mandates that the medical assistance advisory council adopt rules to include applied behavior analysis services as benefits covered in qualified child health plans.

Furthermore, the bill appropriates $750,000 from the autism support fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to support the maintenance of the Hawki program, which includes supplemental dental services. This funding is intended to ensure compliance with federal regulations under Title XXI of the Social Security Act, which governs the Children's Health Insurance Program.

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Introduced: 225D.2, 514I.5