HI HR98

Urges the Department of Health to consider charging reasonable licensing fees to healthcare facilities, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, and adult residential care homes.

Notes that licensing fees for healthcare facilities vary widely across states, with some states charging no fees while others charge thousands of dollars regardless of patient census.

Expresses concern that high licensing fees could create barriers for individuals entering the caregiving field and potentially force existing healthcare facilities, particularly adult residential care homes, out of business.

Warns that licensing fee costs would likely be passed to patients, many of whom receive government assistance, effectively transferring costs between government agencies and reducing available care options.

Requests transmission of a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of Health.