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This bill allows individuals convicted of a nonviolent felony to work in licensed behavioral health facilities, which are places that provide mental health or substance abuse treatment, after they have completed their criminal sentence. However, this eligibility is subject to specific rules that the Department will create and get approved through a legislative process, following the procedures outlined in §29A-3-1 et seq. These rules will set criteria for who is eligible and what conditions or limitations might be necessary to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Importantly, this bill does not override any existing licensing requirements for professions in the behavioral health field, as regulated under chapter 30 of the code.

Health and Social Services

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