Bill > HB1214

This bill extends the repeal date for the licensing and record-keeping functions of substance use disorder treatment programs under the Colorado licensing of controlled substances act from September 1, 2026, to September 1, 2041, aligning with recommendations from the department of regulatory agencies. It also modernizes the definition of "substance use disorder" to reflect current understanding as a chronic relapsing brain disease diagnosed by qualified practitioners, characterized by recurrent substance use causing significant impairment. The bill replaces the terms "detoxification treatment," "maintenance treatment," and "withdrawal treatment" with the broader term "withdrawal management," which encompasses a full spectrum of treatment concepts, including supporting medical and psychiatric stability during withdrawal and potentially using controlled substances under federal approval, alongside behavioral health interventions. Furthermore, for identity verification purposes related to withdrawal management, the bill changes references from "substance use disorder treatment program" and "substance use disorder" to "opioid treatment program" and "opioid use disorder," respectively, and removes outdated or no longer referenced definitions.

Health and Social Services

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1214