This bill proposes an appropriation of $10,000,000 from the general fund to the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services for mental health and substance use disorder treatment services specifically for incarcerated individuals. The funding is designated for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The department is authorized to distribute 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 adjustments. This initiative aims to enhance mental health support and substance use treatment for individuals in correctional facilities, addressing a critical area of public health and safety.