Iowa HF509 modifies Hawki coverage to include applied behavior analysis services for autism and repeals the autism support program.

Iowa HF509 amends the Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawki) program to include applied behavior analysis services for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder. The bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from approving new applications for the autism support program after July 1, 2025. It mandates the transfer of any remaining funds in the autism support fund to the Hawki trust fund upon the program's repeal on July 1, 2027. The bill also requires the medical assistance advisory council to adopt rules ensuring these services are covered in qualified child health plans.

Iowa HF509 modifies Hawki coverage to include applied behavior analysis services for autism and repeals the autism support program.

Iowa HF509 amends the Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawki) program to include applied behavior analysis services for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder. The bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from approving new applications for the autism support program after July 1, 2025. It mandates the transfer of any remaining funds in the autism support fund to the Hawki trust fund upon the program's repeal on July 1, 2027. The bill also requires the medical assistance advisory council to adopt rules ensuring these services are covered in qualified child health plans.