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AZ SB1179

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tim Dunn

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Extends the developmental disabilities group home monitoring program's repeal date from December 31, 2027 to December 31, 2032
  • Removes the "subject to available appropriations" qualifier, making the Department of Economic Security's contract with the designated monitoring entity mandatory rather than contingent on funding
  • Requires the health and human services committees in both legislative chambers to review program reports and determine whether the program should be continued, modified, or discontinued by January 1, 2030
  • The monitoring program oversees group homes serving clients with complex needs (dual psychiatric and developmental disabilities) to ensure compliance with person-centered service plans, behavior treatment plans, and quality of care standards

Legislative Description

Group home monitoring program; continuation

Repeal

Last Action

House HHS Committee action: Do Pass, voting: (8-2-2-0-0-0)

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/2/2026
Health and Human Services3/2/2026
Rules1/20/2026
Health and Human Services1/20/2026
Appropriations, Transportation and Technology1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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