The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code concerning boards of alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services, while also enacting a new section, 340.038. It establishes a unified treatment and support system for individuals with mental illnesses and addictions, ensuring that community prevention, treatment, and support services are accessible in every service district. The bill emphasizes the protection of personal liberties for those receiving treatment, promotes high-quality and cost-effective services, and encourages the involvement of service recipients in the planning and evaluation of these services. Additionally, it introduces penalties for failure to register recovery housing residences, mandates boards to evaluate community needs, and requires transparency in contract disclosures at meetings.

Key changes include the introduction of a comprehensive continuum of care for community-based addiction services and mental health care, with boards required to provide a range of services and inform individuals and families about available resources. The bill also establishes a process for early termination of contracts with service providers, mandates data sharing for improved service management, and outlines the director's responsibilities regarding program audits and financial reviews. Furthermore, it details the circumstances under which the director may withhold funds from boards for noncompliance and introduces penalties for violations, reinforcing accountability within the mental health and addiction services framework. Existing sections of the Revised Code are repealed, and the amendments will take effect six months after the bill's effective date.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99
As Reported By Senate Committee: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99
As Passed By Senate: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99
As Reported By House Committee: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99
As Passed By House: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99
As Enrolled: 340.011, 340.03, 340.032, 340.036, 340.041, 340.05, 340.08, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.25, 5119.99