The bill mandates the joint legislative audit and review committee, in collaboration with the department of health, the department of social and health services, and relevant stakeholders, to conduct a performance audit of in-home services agencies by October 1, 2024. The audit will evaluate the current oversight processes, the frequency and execution of surveys, and the effectiveness of auditing and monitoring tools used during these surveys. It aims to determine compliance with state and federal laws, assess the efficiency of current processes, and identify any duplication in survey efforts.

Additionally, the committee is required to submit a final report of their findings to the legislature by October 1, 2024, along with a progress report due by December 1, 2023. The provisions of this new section will expire on December 31, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 70.127.085