The proposed bill establishes the Substance Use Disorder Treatment Standards and Oversight Study Committee, which will consist of various members including legislators, state officials, healthcare professionals, and individuals with lived experience of substance use disorder. The committee is tasked with assessing the availability and effectiveness of substance use disorder specialty care programs, identifying gaps in access and implementation, and recommending necessary statutory and administrative changes to improve oversight and care standards. Members will not receive compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the committee conduct comprehensive surveys and research studies, establish minimum clinical quality standards, and investigate funding needs for implementing reforms. A report detailing the committee's findings and recommendations must be submitted by December 31, 2027, with the committee set to be repealed after June 30, 2028. The bill aims to enhance the governance and quality of substance use disorder treatment in Arizona.