HOSPITALS – Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to revise and establish provisions regarding the licensure and inspection of hospitals.

Idaho Senate Bill 1015 reorganizes hospital licensing and inspection regulations by repealing outdated sections of existing law and adding new, clear provisions. It establishes definitions for key terms (like "hospital" and "Department"), creates new rules for licensure applications and license revocation, and updates inspection procedures. The bill directly affects hospitals, health departments, and healthcare facilities operating in Idaho by clarifying regulatory requirements. It also removes references to home health agencies and nullifies specific administrative rules in Idaho’s regulations. This is a procedural update to streamline oversight, not a new policy change.