The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 803, aims to enhance access to outpatient substance abuse treatment by alleviating regulatory burdens on providers. Specifically, it mandates the Commissioner of Social Services to modify existing regulations within title 17b of the general statutes. The bill proposes to eliminate the requirement for outpatient providers to have on-site medical personnel available 24 hours a day. Instead, it allows for on-site personnel to be present only during business hours, supplemented by remote peer support and access to medical consultation after hours.

This legislative change is intended to streamline operations for outpatient substance abuse treatment providers, thereby facilitating increased access to Medicaid-funded services for individuals in need of treatment. By reducing the regulatory constraints, the bill seeks to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of substance abuse treatment delivery in the state.