AN ACT STREAMLINING THE CERTIFICATE OF NEED PROCESS.

HB 5293 streamlines the Certificate of Need (CON) process for healthcare providers seeking approval to build new facilities or offer certain services. It sets strict timelines for processing applications, requires automatic approval if deadlines are missed, and creates an expedited review path for specific high-need services. The bill also reduces redundant paperwork by eliminating unnecessary information requests during applications. These changes aim to reduce delays in healthcare facility approvals, improving patient access to care by accelerating the approval process.