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The legislature finds that the formation and operation of accountable care organizations under this article, and subject to appropriate regulation, can be consistent with the purposes of federal and state anti-trust, anti-referral, and other statutes, including reducing over-utilization and expenditures. The legislature finds that the development of accountable care organizations under this article will reduce health care costs, promote effective allocation of health care resources, and enhance the quality and accessibility of health care. The legislature finds that this article is necessary to promote the formation of accountable care organizations and protect the public interest and the interests of patients and health care providers.