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SD 1977

An Act relative to rehabilitation periods for those in addiction recovery

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Feeney

Bill establishes rehabilitation period protections for addiction recovery patients, preventing discrimination in employment, housing, or financial services during treatment.

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Bill Summary · SD 1977

Legislative bill overview

SD 1977 establishes rehabilitation periods and protections for individuals in addiction recovery, likely creating statutory timelines and safeguards during treatment and early recovery phases. The bill was referred to the Financial Services Committee, suggesting it may address employment, housing, credit, or insurance discrimination issues affecting people in recovery.

Why is this important

Addiction recovery is a lengthy process with high relapse risks, and individuals often face barriers to employment, housing, and financial services during rehabilitation. This bill could prevent discrimination and provide stability during critical recovery windows, potentially improving treatment outcomes and reducing recidivism.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "rehabilitation period": Dispute over how long protections should last and what constitutes active recovery versus completion
  • Scope of covered entities: Disagreement about whether protections apply only to employers, or also to landlords, lenders, insurance companies, and government agencies
  • Balance with legitimate screening: Concerns from businesses/institutions about liability if they cannot consider recovery status in hiring, housing, or lending decisions despite genuine safety or fiduciary concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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