Overview: SD 1633 - An Act establishing a commission to study the availability of a continuum of care for persons with substance use disorder
Status: Proposed bill
Introduced: November 29, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to create a commission to study the availability and accessibility of a comprehensive continuum of care for individuals with substance use disorders in the state. The goal is to identify gaps and make recommendations for improving the system of services and support.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a commission composed of various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, addiction treatment experts, and government representatives
- Charges the commission with conducting a thorough assessment of the existing continuum of care for substance use disorders, including prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery services
- Requires the commission to identify gaps, barriers, and areas for improvement in the current system
- Directs the commission to develop recommendations for enhancing the availability, accessibility, and quality of the continuum of care
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with substance use disorders and their families would potentially benefit from any improvements to the continuum of care identified by the commission
- Healthcare providers, addiction treatment facilities, and other relevant organizations may be impacted by the commission's recommendations
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently under consideration
- If passed, the commission would be established with a specific timeline to conduct its study and provide recommendations to the legislature