AK HB101

Authorizes the Alaska Municipal Bond Bank Authority to issue bonds or notes to make loans to regional health organizations for health care facilities, up to $250,000,000 in principal amount.

Adds regional health organizations as eligible borrowers alongside municipalities and the University of Alaska, provided the commissioner of health and social services anticipates a state financial benefit and increased regional quality of care.

Defines "regional health organization" by reference to AS 18.28.100 and specifies that regional health organization bonds may be general obligations, secured by special funds, or combinations thereof.

Expands legislative findings to recognize that many municipalities partner with nonprofit organizations for health care delivery and that nonprofit regional health organizations provide services in areas where municipal partners are unavailable.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.