HF3112 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Minnesota Recovery Residence Certification Act; certification system for recovery residences established, housing support eligibility and regulations modified, criminal penalties established, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF3060
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to establish a certification system for recovery residences in Minnesota, ensure proper regulation and standards for these facilities, and modify housing support eligibility and regulations. It seeks to ensure that individuals recovering from substance use disorders have access to safe and supportive housing environments.
Main Provisions
Certification of Recovery Residences: The bill establishes the "Minnesota Recovery Residence Certification Act," which requires recovery residences to apply for certification through an approved nonprofit certifying organization. These organizations will maintain standards for recovery residences, based on nationally recognized models.
Eligibility and Standards: Recovery residences need to follow specific protocols, have safe and substance-free environments, and offer peer support. The residences are categorized into levels based on the services offered, from peer-run residences to those with more supervision and support services.
Regulations on Certifications: The certification process includes application requirements, inspections, and periodic re-certification to ensure compliance. Residences that violate standards can face suspension, revocation, or fines.
Zoning and Local Regulations: Certified recovery residences are considered single-family residential uses to prevent discrimination through local zoning laws.
Resident Rights and Protections: Residents have rights that should be clearly communicated, including respect for privacy and nondiscriminatory access to prescribed medications. The bill also provides a process for addressing grievances or complaints.
Financial and Housing Support: The bill specifies that state funds and government support can only be allocated to certified recovery residences. It also outlines criteria for individuals transitioning from treatment programs to receive temporary housing support.
Penalty for Violations: The bill introduces criminal penalties for engaging in patient brokering and establishes consequences for offering or accepting illegal referrals.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
Modification of Housing Support Regulations: The legislation modifies housing support eligibility, including temporary housing support for individuals discharged from treatment programs or correctional facilities.
Enforcement and Accountability: Recovery residences and their operators are held to specified standards with clear penalties for non-compliance, including fines and criminal charges for certain illegal activities related to patient care and housing operations.
Data Collection: The bill requires the collection of outcomes data from recovery residences to evaluate effectiveness and needs, which must be shared in an annual report to state officials.
Relevant Terms
- Recovery Residences
- Substance Use Disorder
- Certification
- Peer Support
- Housing Support
- Patient Brokering
- Zoning Regulations
- Resident Rights
- Substance-Free Environment
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 02, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Human Services Finance and Policy |
| April 02, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Human Services Finance and Policy |
Citations
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