The bill amends the Social Welfare Act of 1939 by adding a new section, 109v, which establishes guidelines for the implementation of certified community behavioral health clinics in Michigan. It stipulates that the state shall not create policies that contradict or interfere with federal definitions or requirements for these clinics. Additionally, the state is required to develop a process for determining additional certified clinic sites in specific geographic regions, ensuring compliance with federal requirements and addressing service area overlaps.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that Michigan must continue its participation with the federal government in implementing these clinics. If the state legislature decides to opt out of this participation, a formal vote is required, and the Department has 12 months to cease operations of the clinics following such a vote. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 1000 from the 103rd Legislature.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 400.1, 400.119