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HF1993 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Substance use disorder comprehensive assessment requirements and treatment provider qualifications modified, and study and report on substance use disorder treatment practice limitations required.

Related bill: SF2647

AI Generated Summary

This Minnesota House of Representatives bill (H.F. No. 1993) proposes changes related to substance use disorder (SUD) assessments and treatment provider qualifications. The key provisions include:

  1. Modifications to Comprehensive Assessments:

    • Requires that a comprehensive assessment of a client's SUD must be conducted face-to-face within five days of service initiation.
    • Specifies that the assessment can be administered by professionals including alcohol and drug counselors, qualified mental health professionals, clinical trainees under supervision, or licensed registered nurses with appropriate training.
    • Mandates documentation if the assessment is delayed and requires updates as clinically necessary.

  2. Changes to Treatment Coordinator Qualifications:

    • Expands the qualifications for individuals providing treatment coordination.
    • Allows individuals with specific degrees, certifications, and experience to qualify, including alcohol and drug counselors, mental health practitioners, and those with relevant training.
    • Requires treatment coordinators to receive at least one hour of supervision per month from a qualified professional.

  3. Study and Report on SUD Treatment Provider Limitations:

    • Directs the Minnesota Commissioner of Human Services, in collaboration with state licensing boards, to study and recommend changes to state law that would remove limitations on licensed health professionals in providing SUD treatment within their scope of practice.
    • The findings and recommendations must be reported to the legislature by January 15, 2027.

The bill aims to enhance access to SUD treatment services by broadening provider qualifications, ensuring timely assessments, and reviewing potential regulatory barriers.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 06, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHuman Services Finance and Policy
March 26, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added

Citations

 
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Progress through the legislative process

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In Committee

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