Legislature(2003 - 2004)
2004-03-08 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf2004-03-08 Senate Journal Page 2458 SB 364 SENATE BILL NO. 364 BY THE SENATE 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 and Social Services and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Health and Social Services Governor's transmittal letter dated March 5: Dear President Therriault: 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. 2004-03-08 Senate Journal Page 2459 I urge your support of this important bill. Sincerely yours, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor