Bill > HB1326

This bill updates terminology related to behavioral health safety net providers across several sections of Colorado state law, replacing outdated references to "community mental health centers or clinics" with the more contemporary term "behavioral health safety net providers" or "comprehensive community behavioral health providers" as defined in section 27-50-101. The changes affect multiple areas including distribution of proceeds, professional licensing exemptions, Medicaid reimbursement reporting, cost reporting, clinic services, health home services, and treatment rights. By standardizing the terminology, the bill aims to modernize and clarify language around behavioral health service providers, ensuring that legislative references reflect current understanding and classification of mental health and substance abuse treatment organizations. The bill will take effect at 12:01 a.m. after the ninety-day period following the final adjournment of the general assembly, with a potential referendum process that could delay implementation until a November 2026 election if challenged.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1326