This bill seeks to amend various sections of the North Dakota Century Code to enhance the establishment and operation of certified community behavioral health clinics, replacing references to "regional human service centers" with "state-operated behavioral health clinics." This change reflects a strategic shift towards a more integrated and community-based approach to mental health services. The bill introduces the definition of "certified community behavioral health clinic," which is designed to provide a comprehensive range of mental health and substance use disorder services, adhering to specific certification criteria set by the Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities of these clinics, including the requirement for accreditation and licensing, and emphasizes the importance of providing accessible and tailored support to individuals facing mental health challenges.

Moreover, the bill modifies procedures related to the temporary detention of defendants for mental health examinations, ensuring that such detentions occur in the least restrictive settings and establishing clearer timelines for treatment hearings. It enhances the roles of mental health professionals and clarifies the responsibilities of various entities involved in the treatment and management of mental health cases. The bill also introduces provisions for the establishment of advisory groups for each behavioral health clinic, aimed at promoting cooperation among stakeholders and improving service delivery. Furthermore, it mandates the creation of a behavioral health bed management system and a voucher system to address gaps in substance abuse treatment services, thereby aiming to improve the overall effectiveness and coordination of health and human services in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Adopted by the House Human Services Committee: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Adopted by the Senate Human Services Committee: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
SECOND ENGROSSMENT: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senate Appropriations - Human Resources Division Committee: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
THIRD ENGROSSMENT: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
FOURTH ENGROSSMENT: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for House Appropriations Committee: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Hogan: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 25-03.1-11, 25-03.1-19, 25-03.1-26, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
Enrollment: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 25-03.1-11, 25-03.1-19, 25-03.1-26, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04
INTRODUCED: 12.1-04-06, 20.1-03-04, 25-03.1-03.1, 25-03.1-04, 25-03.1-08, 25-03.1-10, 26.1-36-08, 43-12.1-04, 43-41-02, 44-04-18.30, 50-06-01, 50-06-01.4, 50-06-01.7, 50-06-05.1, 50-06-05.2, 50-06-05.3, 50-06-05.4, 50-06-05.5, 50-06-06.2, 50-06-06.5, 50-06-06.13, 50-06-33, 50-06-41.3, 50-06-42, 50-06-42.1, 50-06-46, 50-06.2-01, 50-06.2-02, 50-06.2-03, 50-06.3-02, 50-06.3-04