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HF1995 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Substance use disorder treatment provisions modified.

Related bill: SF1827

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify existing substance use disorder treatment and support systems in Minnesota. It seeks to revise the procedures related to assessments for chemical dependency and provide recommendations for transition support services for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.

Main Provisions

  1. Chemical Dependency Assessment Charges: The bill amends the requirement and payment process for chemical dependency comprehensive assessment charges and surcharges. It formalizes the process for waiving certain fees based on indigency or undue hardship and outlines when these fees can be charged or waived.

  2. Accreditation in Substance Use Disorder Programs: It amends the standards and processes for qualified accreditation of substance use disorder programs, mandating the commissioner to recognize certain accrediting bodies and align state licensing standards with those of these bodies.

  3. Transition Support Services Recommendations: The commissioner of human services is tasked with developing recommendations for transition support services for individuals in recovery who rely on medical assistance. The recommendations will focus on funding for recovery housing, food support, childcare options, transportation services, and eligibility criteria. The directive ensures engagement with a diverse group of stakeholders, including those from marginalized communities.

  4. Report Requirement: By December 1, 2025, a report containing the recommendations for transition support services must be submitted to the legislative committees that handle health and human services policy and finance.

  5. Terminology Updates: The bill instructs revisors of statutes to update language across statutes and rules to standardize terminology related to chemical dependency assessments.

Significant Changes

  • Establishes a clear framework and conditions under which fees for mandatory chemical dependency assessments can be waived.
  • Expands the scope and framework for accrediting bodies that can assess and ensure compliance of substance use disorder programs in line with licensing standards.
  • Focuses on creating comprehensive support structures for individuals transitioning out of substance use disorder treatment, with special attention to equitable representation from diverse communities in planning and implementation.

Relevant Terms

  • Substance Use Disorder
  • Chemical Dependency Assessment
  • Transition Support Services
  • Accreditation
  • Recovery Housing
  • Medical Assistance
  • Indigency and Hardship
  • Stakeholders
  • Public Assistance Programs
  • Legislative Report

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 05, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer toJudiciary Finance and Civil Law
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer toJudiciary Finance and Civil Law

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "A new surcharge of $5 for repeat DWI offenders within a five-year period."
      ],
      "removed": [
        "Municipal matching funds for DWI-related penalties."
      ],
      "summary": "This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 169A.284 related to chemical dependency comprehensive assessment charges.",
      "modified": [
        "The court may not waive the payment of assessment charges unless indigence is proven."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "169A.284"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Recognition of ASAM Level of Care Certification Program as an accrediting body."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 245G.031 concerning qualifying accreditations for substance use disorder treatment programs.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarified standards alignment between accrediting bodies and state licensing requirements."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "245G.031"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Provisions for the funding of transition support services linked to existing federal and state funding."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill mentions chapter 254B in relation to transition support services funding for individuals involved in substance use disorder treatment.",
      "modified": [
        "Enhanced focus on community diversity in service provision."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "254B"
  }
]

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