SB1143

Modifies provisions relating to certificates of need for long-term care facilities in Missouri.

This bill modifies provisions relating to certificates of need for long-term care facilities in Missouri. It outlines the conditions under which a certificate of need is required, including exceptions for certain research equipment and state-operated facilities. The bill also specifies the application process, fees, and consequences for non-compliance. Notably, it mandates that no state agency can license or certify health care facilities without a certificate of need, and it prohibits the denial of a certificate due to refusal to provide abortion services or information.