Sec. 18.25.040. Department to render aid.

The department may assist in cases of operational deficits of community operated nonprofit hospitals and clinics in the state.

Sec. 18.25.050. Determination of necessity.

The department shall initiate appropriate action in accordance with the provisions of AS 18.25.040 – 18.25.060 as soon as the department determines which projects are of most immediate necessity.

Sec. 18.25.060. Intent.

It is the intent of AS 18.25.040 – 18.25.060 to provide financial aid, or funds to match available federal funds to aid localities or municipalities whose taxable values are limited in scope and for whom an attempt at community financing of a community operated nonprofit hospital or clinic would entail insurmountable hardship.