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AZ SB1536
Bill
Status
4/26/2016
Primary Sponsor
Andy Biggs
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Arizona Training Program with annual updates required to the joint legislative budget committee beginning November 1, 2016, including facility closure timelines, resident transition plans, and fiscal impact estimates.
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Requires the Department of Human Services to provide written notice to affected individuals and legal guardians before developing person-centered service plans identifying potential residential and in-home service options based on individual needs and preferences.
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Extends the repeal date of the Department of Child Safety's complaint mechanism directing to the ombudsman-citizens aide from June 30, 2016 to June 30, 2018.
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Permits the Department of Economic Security to reduce maximum income eligibility levels for child care assistance during fiscal year 2016-2017 and requires notification to the joint legislative budget committee within 15 days of any changes.
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Requires drug screening and testing of TANF cash benefit recipients with reasonable cause to suspect controlled substance use, with positive results making recipients ineligible for one year of benefits.
Legislative Description
Human services; budget reconciliation; 2016-2017
Last Action
Senate Committee of the Whole action: Do Pass
5/3/2016