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SB 727

Modifies provisions relating to certificates of need. This act repeals provisions of the certificate of need law relating to hospitals, excluding long-term care beds in hospitals, and major medical equipment.

This act also makes technical changes to the certificate of need statutes.

This act is identical to SB 192 (2021).

SB 890

Repeals the certificate of need law. This bill has been combined with other bills. Refer to lead bill (SB 727) for more information.