equal-access-affordability

Reason(s) for non-compliance: • The Lead Agency does not include the rationale for the policy to allow providers to charge families additional amounts above the required co-payment, including a demonstration of how the policy promotes affordability and access for families, as required by 45 CFR 98.45(b)(5). (Plan Question 3.1.2ei) Overall Target Completion Date: 01/15/2025 Action Step Number Action Step Description Target Completion Date 1 Review the submitted policy rationale. 12/15/2024 2 Request examples from Region 8 states. 12/31/2024 3 Revise the policy rationale & submit for feedback. 01/15/2025