This bill aims to renew the committee tasked with studying non-pharmacological treatment options for patients suffering from chronic pain. The committee has previously established that a patient-centric, integrated model of care is a viable foundation for developing a pilot program. The bill recommends extending the committee's work for an additional year to further explore innovative payment methods that would support this new model of care.

To facilitate this extension, the bill amends existing law by changing the deadlines for the committee's reporting. Specifically, it inserts the years 2025 and 2026 for interim reports, while the final report deadline is extended from 2025 to 2027. This renewal and extension of the committee's mandate is intended to ensure continued exploration and development of effective non-pharmacological treatment options for chronic pain patients. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.