Bill > H1167

This bill aims to improve public safety by ensuring that individuals in correctional facilities have access to addiction services. Specifically, it mandates that county correctional facilities, such as houses of correction and jails, and state correctional facilities must evaluate all admitted individuals for a history of substance abuse. If an individual has a history of substance abuse and requests it, they must be provided with addiction services. These services can be made available by the facilities directly hiring qualified providers, working with other organizations, or using volunteers from community recovery programs. The term "addiction services" refers to programs and treatments designed to help individuals overcome substance abuse issues.