Legislature(2003 - 2004)
2004-03-08 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2004-03-08 House Journal Page 2885 HB 535 HOUSE BILL NO. 535 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act relating to liability for expenses of placement in certain mental health facilities; relating to the mental health treatment assistance program; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Health, Education & Social Services, Judiciary, and Finance Committees. 2004-03-08 House Journal Page 2886 The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Fiscal, Dept. of Health & Social Services The Governor's transmittal letter dated March 5, 2004, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Under the authority of article III, section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill related to the mental health treatment assistance program. The bill would give the Department of Health and Social Services additional tools to control costs. Costs would be controlled by limiting financial assistance to persons meeting the eligibility criteria after registration. Registration would require contacting the department in a timely manner and supplying information on medical and financial need. The department would also gain some flexibility to reduce rates when there is a shortfall of funds. I urge your support of this important bill. Sincerely yours, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor"