AN ACT REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO SHOW CAUSE FOR TERMINATING PROVIDER AGREEMENTS.

HB 5757 requires Connecticut's Department of Social Services to provide a valid reason before terminating agreements with healthcare providers in the state's medical assistance program. It directly affects healthcare providers who contract with the state to deliver services under this program. The bill amends state law to prevent arbitrary termination, mandating that the Department must "show cause" (provide justification) for ending provider agreements. This changes the process by adding a procedural requirement before contracts can be ended.