Bill > SB138

This bill modifies various laws related to alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services in Ohio. The bill updates and expands the responsibilities of boards of alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services, including establishing a more comprehensive community-based continuum of care that includes prevention, wellness, outreach, assessment, care coordination, residential and outpatient services, recovery supports, and other essential elements. The bill requires these boards to ensure service quality, protect patient rights, and facilitate referrals to appropriate services. It introduces new requirements for contracts between boards and service providers, such as specifying termination processes, transition of care provisions, and allowing for competitive selection processes. The bill also mandates the development of a data sharing and integration plan to improve program management and service coordination. Additionally, it establishes new reporting requirements, allows for time-limited waivers in certain service provision circumstances, and provides mechanisms for addressing non-compliance, including potential fund withholding. The changes aim to improve the accessibility, quality, and efficiency of mental health and addiction services across Ohio's service districts.

Health and Social Services

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb138