Notice of Action, Rule Adoption
In February the ACHP published a Notice of Intent to Adopt Proposed Rules, with a comment period that ended Tuesday, February 24. A public hearing was held Thursday, March 19.
Rachel Pearl, Department of County Human Services interim director, reviewed written and verbal hearing testimony, and made the decision to adopt the rule with no amendments. On Wednesday, April 1 the Notice of Action, Rule Adoption was submitted to the clerk of the Board of County Commissioners.
What is Included in the MCAR Proposed Rules?
The revised MCAR removes rules related to the regulation of IDD adult care homes, and clarifies documentation of informed consent and review during the care planning process. Additionally, Appendix I describing Activities of Daily Living was updated to correspond to OAR language.
What Rules are in Effect Now?
The temporary administrative rules are currently in effect. The planned effective date of the permanent rule is Wednesday, April 15, 2026.