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SB 690 Enacted

DCJS; removes requirement to develop model addiction recovery program.

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Department of Criminal Justice Services; powers and duties; local and regional jails; repeal of model addiction recovery program. Removes the requirement that the Department of Criminal Justice Services, in consultation with the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, develop a model addiction recovery program that may be administered by sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, jail officers, administrators, or superintendents in any local or regional jail. This bill is a recommendation of the Joint Commission on Health Care. This bill is identical to HB 454.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 14, 2026
Last action
Apr 13, 2026 — Approved by Governor-Chapter 828 (effective 7/1/2026)
Session
2026
Momentum
84 · Very high