Relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care plan for residents of this state, creating the office of the ombudsman for patient advocacy, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Summary

The bill establishes a publicly financed health care plan for Wisconsin residents, funded by a dedicated, non‑lapsible trust fund that includes state deposits, federal payments, donations, transfers and earnings. It also creates an Office of the Ombudsman for Patient Advocacy within the Department of Health Services, whose head is appointed by the health secretary and may be removed only for just cause. The plan requires annual audits and sets up funding allocations for operations, benefits administration, and capital costs.

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