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This bill addresses substance use disorder screening and treatment in Utah's correctional facilities and county jails by requiring systematic screening of inmates within 30 days of commitment and establishing new reporting requirements. Specifically, the bill mandates that county sheriffs and the Department of Corrections use an evidence-based screening tool to identify inmates with substance use disorders, which are defined according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. For inmates found to have a substance use disorder, facilities may provide medication-assisted treatment (using FDA-approved medications like buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone) and place inmates in relevant support programs. The bill also requires annual reporting to legislative committees about the screening results, including the number of inmates screened, those identified with substance use disorders, and the number who received medication-assisted treatment. Additionally, the bill updates existing laws to clarify definitions, ensure continuity of medication-assisted treatment plans for inmates who were already receiving treatment before arrest, and enhance transparency in county jail reporting. The provisions aim to improve healthcare and support for inmates struggling with substance use disorders, with the law set to take effect on May 7, 2025.

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