This bill proposes an appropriation of $10,000,000 from the state general fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for mental health and substance use disorder treatment services specifically for incarcerated individuals during the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The funding will be used to provide grants to counties, which are required to report annually on their expenditures, services provided, individuals served, outcomes, and challenges faced. Additionally, the Department may contract with private entities to deliver these treatment services.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services submit a report to the legislative management by September, summarizing the contracted treatment services, the county reports, and any recommendations for future funding and program modifications. This initiative aims to enhance mental health support for incarcerated individuals and ensure accountability in the use of allocated funds.