The bill mandates that Medicaid must cover community violence prevention services for individuals who have received medical treatment for injuries resulting from acts of community violence. These services are to be provided to individuals referred by certified or licensed healthcare or social services providers who assess that the individual is at an elevated risk of further violence. The bill defines "community violence" and outlines "community violence prevention services," which include evidence-based, trauma-informed support aimed at improving health outcomes and preventing recidivism of violence.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a training and certification program for violence prevention professionals, requiring the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs to develop a program that includes at least 35 hours of initial training on trauma-informed care, community violence prevention strategies, and case management, along with ongoing education requirements. It specifies that only individuals certified under this program may use the title "certified violence prevention professional." The bill also outlines the responsibilities of entities employing certified professionals, including maintaining documentation of their certification and ensuring compliance with applicable standards, while establishing a working group to determine eligible community violence prevention services for Medicaid coverage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:4D-6