This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the licensure of Behavioral Health Centers. Specifically, it addresses the legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on August 30, 2024, and subsequently modified to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 26, 2024. The rule in question is identified as "Behavioral Health Centers Licensure, 71 CSR 25."

The bill serves to formalize the authority of the Office of Inspector General in this area, ensuring that the necessary regulations for the licensure of Behavioral Health Centers are established and maintained. This legislative action is aimed at enhancing oversight and compliance within the behavioral health sector in West Virginia.

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