HB 34 STATE-RUN SUBSTANCE USE REHAB FACILITY STUDY

Rep Pamelya Herndon

Actions: HPREF [1] HHHC/HAFC-HHHC [3] DP-HAFC

Scheduled: Not Scheduled

 House Bill 34 - (HB 34) - this proposed act seeks to allocate financial resources for a comprehensive study to assess the feasibility and benefits of establishing a state-run long-term residential rehabilitation facility to address the needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorder in New Mexico. 

 House Bill 34 (HB 34):  This proposed act outlines an appropriation of $400,000 from the general fund to the Health Care Authority Department in the state of New Mexico. The funds are designated for expenditure in fiscal year 2025, specifically for conducting a study. The study's purpose is to identify and evaluate the merits of strategies aimed at creating a state-run long-term residential rehabilitation facility. This facility is intended to provide treatment for individuals dealing with substance use disorder.  Any unexpended or unencumbered balance of the allocated funds at the end of fiscal year 2025 will revert to the general fund.