Honorable Lois W. Kolkhorst, Chair, Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
FROM:
John McGeady, Assistant Director Sarah Keyton, Assistant Director Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1848 by Klick (Relating to prevention of communicable diseases in certain long-term care facilities.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would require the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to establish a regional advisory committee in each public health region to address antimicrobial stewardship in long-term care facilities and improve antimicrobial stewardship through collaborative action. Based on the Legislative Budget Board's analysis of information provided by DSHS, the agency could use existing resources to complete the provisions of the bill.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.