This bill amends section 25-03.1-34.2 of the North Dakota Century Code to facilitate interstate contracts for the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. It defines "bordering state" as Minnesota, Montana, or South Dakota and allows the North Dakota Department of Human Services to contract with appropriate treatment facilities in these states. The bill specifies that individuals receiving treatment in another state are subject to that state's laws and must be informed of the implications of receiving care out of state. Additionally, it outlines the conditions under which contracts can be made, including the responsibilities for costs and the legal jurisdiction over residents.

Key changes include the removal of certain restrictions on who can receive treatment under these contracts, such as those on probation or parole, and the clarification that individuals committed by a bordering state remain under that state's legal custody while in North Dakota facilities. The bill also mandates that agreements with bordering states must ensure that North Dakota courts retain jurisdiction over its residents and that payment responsibilities for care remain with the respective states. Furthermore, it requires public or private entities to provide the department with copies of any agreements made under this section. The bill is declared an emergency measure, indicating its immediate importance.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 25-03.1-34.2
Enrollment: 25-03.1-34.2
PREFILED: 25-03.1-34.2