Senate Bill No. by Senator Abraham amends and reenacts R.S. 40:2852(C)(2) and enacts R.S. 40:2852(C)(3) through (5) to establish new requirements for treatment services at facilities that provide housing or temporary residence for individuals referred by judicial agencies. The bill stipulates that no facility shall provide residential substance use disorder treatment unless it is licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health as a behavioral health service provider with the appropriate treatment module. Additionally, judicial agencies are prohibited from referring individuals to such facilities until they have been surveyed and licensed accordingly.

The bill also introduces provisions for filing complaints against unlicensed residential facilities providing substance use disorder treatment, which will be investigated by the Louisiana Department of Health. Furthermore, it clarifies that licensed physicians, mental health professionals, or behavioral health service providers are permitted to offer treatment services, including counseling, to individuals in their own residences. These changes aim to enhance the regulation and oversight of treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with health standards and protecting individuals receiving care.

Statutes affected:
SB437 Original: 40:2852(C)(2)
SB437 Engrossed: 40:2852(C)(2)
SB437 Enrolled: 40:2852(C)(2)