The bill mandates the Department of Public Health to submit a monthly report to the joint committee on public health and the house and senate committees on ways and means regarding the status of the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children. This report, due by August 18, 2025, will include a comprehensive overview of the hospital's services, including medical, therapeutic, recreational, and educational offerings, as well as any reductions or terminations of services, patient census data, and staffing details. The report aims to provide transparency and accountability regarding the hospital's operations and patient care.
Key insertions in the bill include the specification of various medical services such as medically complex care, behavioral health services, and therapeutic interventions like physical and occupational therapy. Additionally, the report will detail the educational services provided through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Special Education in Institutional Settings program. The report will also highlight significant service reductions, such as the termination of aquatic therapy due to structural issues with the hospital's pool, which has been deemed cost-prohibitive to repair. The total number of full-time equivalent staff employed at the facility is also outlined, with a breakdown by profession, ensuring a clear understanding of the hospital's workforce.