This bill amends and reenacts section 64-5A-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Department of Human Services to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the Recovery Residence Certification and Accreditation Program. The bill specifically references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on September 13, 2024, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 26, 2024.

The purpose of this legislation is to formalize the authority of the Department of Human Services to implement the Recovery Residence Certification and Accreditation Program, which aims to establish standards and guidelines for recovery residences in the state. This initiative is intended to enhance the quality and accountability of recovery services provided to individuals in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5A-1