House Bill No. 6936 mandates that the Commissioner of Social Services provide state-funded medical assistance for room and board costs for Medicaid enrollees undergoing residential substance use disorder treatment, contingent on available appropriations. The bill allows the commissioner to amend the state's substance use disorder (SUD) Medicaid demonstration waiver or the Medicaid state plan to ensure that these room and board costs are covered, as long as such amendments comply with federal law.

The implementation of this bill may lead to increased costs for the Department of Social Services (DSS) due to the requirement for state-funded coverage. However, if the amendments to the SUD waiver or state plan result in federal reimbursement for these costs, the state could see a reduction in its expenses. The bill is effective upon passage and aims to enhance the support for individuals in need of residential treatment for substance use disorders.