Bill > A06435

This bill establishes a contingency management services program through the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services to support individuals with substance use disorders. The program will provide non-cash rewards (such as gift cards, vouchers, or electronic mediums) to participants who demonstrate positive behaviors like maintaining negative substance test results and engaging in treatment. These rewards are specifically designed to incentivize recovery and cannot be converted to cash or used for prohibited activities like purchasing drugs, alcohol, gambling, guns, or adult services. The bill ensures that these rewards will not count as income or resources for determining eligibility in other state or federal benefit programs. The office is required to develop a monitoring plan to prevent fraud and misuse, and may establish guidelines for the number and value of rewards. Additionally, the commissioners of mental hygiene and health are authorized to seek necessary federal waivers to implement the program, with copies of waiver applications to be shared with legislative finance committees. The program will be available for individuals eligible for medical assistance who are in recovery from substance use disorders, aiming to provide a supportive, incentive-based approach to addiction treatment.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6435