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 upon 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 include coverage for these costs, as long as such amendments comply with federal law.

The bill is expected to have a fiscal impact on the Department of Social Services, potentially increasing costs due to the requirement for state-funded coverage. However, if the amendments lead to federal reimbursement for these room and board costs, the state could see a reduction in expenses. The bill is effective upon passage and aims to enhance support for individuals in need of inpatient addiction treatment.