This bill appropriates one million dollars from the general fund to the Health Care Authority for the fiscal year 2027. The funding is designated for an organization in Dona Ana County that utilizes a soteria model to offer long-term residential treatment services specifically for individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness and psychosis.
Additionally, the bill stipulates that any unspent funds at the end of fiscal year 2027 will revert back to the general fund. This measure aims to enhance the availability of specialized mental health treatment services in the region, addressing the needs of a vulnerable population.