An Act regarding the pediatric palliative care program

This bill amends the state's pediatric palliative care program to ensure eligible children have guaranteed access to its services. It removes language that previously stated the program did not create enforceable legal rights or entitlements for families, replacing it with a statement affirming that all eligible children will receive care. Additionally, the bill increases the program's funding cap from $19 million to $22 million and mandates quarterly reporting on caseloads and spending to legislative committees. These changes directly affect families with seriously ill children and the state health department responsible for administering the program.