An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, further providing for powers and duties.
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Overview
This bill amends the Administrative Code of 1929, specifically the powers and duties of the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. It directs the department to develop and implement a State plan for controlling, preventing, treating, and researching substance use disorders, coordinating efforts across state agencies and local governments, and providing educational resources. The bill also mandates the department to gather and publish statistics related to substance use disorders and submit annual reports to the General Assembly evaluating the effectiveness of its programs.
Key provisions
- Directs the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs to develop and implement a State plan for substance use disorder control, prevention, and treatment.
- Requires coordination of efforts among state agencies and local governments to address substance use disorders.
- Mandates the department to establish an information center to gather and disseminate data on substance use disorders.
- Calls for the department to submit annual reports to the General Assembly evaluating program effectiveness.
- Authorizes the department to conduct research and investigations related to substance use disorders.
- Requires the department to establish standards for private and public treatment facilities.
- Establishes a process for public input into the development of the State plan.
- Addresses the confidentiality of individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment.
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Jose Giral
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