Alaska Online Public Notices #2026200185

Proposed Changes to Emergency Shelter Foster Care Reimbursement Rates by Alaska DFCS

This opportunity involves proposed regulatory changes by the State of Alaska Department of Family and Community Services (DFCS) regarding reimbursement rates for emergency shelter care in foster homes. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska Department of Family and Community Services (DFCS) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory notice, not a procurement solicitation. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; the notice concerns reimbursement rates for emergency shelter foster care. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Introduction of a new section (7 AAC 53.035) establishing emergency placement rates at 125% of the base rate for the relevant age range, adjusted for geographic differentials, and authorized for up to 10 days. - Amendment to section 7 AAC 53.040 to set emergency shelter rates at 125% of the base rate plus $40 per day, applicable only to licensed foster homes specialized for emergency shelter care. - Only licensed foster homes with specialization for emergency shelter care under Alaska Administrative Code are eligible. - Public comments and questions are invited regarding the proposed changes.

Description

The Department of Family and Community Services proposes changes to regulations on reimbursement rates for emergency shelter care in a foster home. The proposed changes include adding a new section 7 AAC 53.035 addressing the emergency placement rate and amending 7 AAC 53.040 to modify emergency shelter rates. The emergency placement rate will be 125 percent of the base rate for the age range plus geographic adjustments, authorized for no more than 10 days. The department invites written comments and questions regarding these changes, with a comment deadline of September 18, 2026.

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