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This bill establishes a comprehensive certification system for recovery residences (group homes for individuals recovering from substance use disorders) in Minnesota. The legislation creates a voluntary certification program administered by the commissioner of health, where recovery residences can be certified at three levels (peer-run, monitored, and supervised) based on their staffing, support services, and governance models. The bill defines key terms like "recovery residence" and "substance free" and outlines detailed requirements for certification, including application processes, inspections, and standards of operation. Recovery residences must provide a safe, substance-free living environment that supports individuals in recovery, with provisions for resident rights, medication access, and complaint procedures. The bill also includes criminal penalties for patient brokering and improper referrals, establishes zoning protections for certified recovery residences, and requires data collection on resident outcomes. Additionally, the legislation modifies housing support eligibility rules to potentially include residents in recovery residences and appropriates $350,000 over two fiscal years to implement the certification system. The bill aims to create a standardized, supportive environment for individuals recovering from substance use disorders while protecting their rights and ensuring quality of care.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF3112&ssn=0&y=2025