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AR HB1258
Bill
Status
4/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lee Johnson
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AI Summary
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Arkansas Department of Health will issue certifications to community health workers who are 18+ years old, meet training/experience requirements, and pay a $50 application fee
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Certification pathways include: Arkansas Community Health Worker Association certification, 2 years work experience plus 120 hours of training, 1 year experience plus 80 hours supplemental training with mentorship, or 4 years demonstrated experience
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Certifications are valid for 2 years and require 20 hours of professional development for renewal
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Community health workers' scope of practice includes cultural mediation, health education, care coordination, case management, health system navigation, basic health screenings, and community outreach
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Certified community health workers shall receive compensation from Arkansas Medicaid or health benefit plans for their services
Legislative Description
To Create The Community Health Worker Act; And To Establish A Statewide Certification For Community Health Workers.
Last Action
Notification that HB1258 is now Act 435
4/3/2025