AN ACT CONCERNING EQUITABLE COMPENSATION FOR STATE-CONTRACTED, NONPROFIT HUMAN SERVICES PROVIDERS.

HB 6096 requires the state to review payment rates for nonprofit human services providers that contract with the state, ensuring rates adequately compensate these organizations. The bill mandates that the Secretary of Policy and Management review at least two state contracts every five years (starting January 1, 2026) to assess if payments cover costs, then report findings to relevant legislative committees. It also requires annual cost-of-living adjustments to payment rates for these providers. The bill directly affects nonprofit organizations providing human services (like mental health or childcare) under state contracts, aiming to stabilize their funding through structured reviews and automatic adjustments.