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S 4948

Relates to reimbursement for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use disorder to receive peer support services

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Harckham

S 4948 would reimburse non-medical transport for people with a substance use disorder to access peer support services, easing access and supporting recovery.

REFERRED TO ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS
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Bill Summary · S 4948

Summary of S 4948 — Reimbursement for Non-Medical Transportation to Access Peer Support Services (Substance Use Disorder)

Overview

S 4948 seeks to authorize reimbursement for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) so they can receive peer support services. The bill is sponsored by Pete Harckham (primary) and is currently moving through the Senate process, having been reported and committed to the Finance Committee.

Purpose and intent

  • Improve access to recovery support by removing transportation barriers for individuals with SUD.
  • Ensure individuals can participate in peer support services, which may enhance engagement, continuity of care, and recovery outcomes.

Key provisions (as described by the bill’s title and status)

  • Establishes or authorizes a reimbursement mechanism for non-medical transportation costs incurred by individuals with a substance use disorder.
  • The transportation would be for the purpose of receiving peer support services.
  • The bill implies eligibility relates to individuals with an SUD who are seeking or receiving peer support services, though specific eligibility criteria, definitions of “non-medical transportation,” and reimburseable transportation modes are not provided in the available information.

Who/what is affected

  • Individuals diagnosed with a substance use disorder who access peer support services.
  • Programs or agencies that administer peer support services may be involved in implementing the reimbursement mechanism.
  • State or relevant agency responsible for substance use services would oversee the program’s framework and administration.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: February 14, 2025.
  • Legislative actions:
    • February 14, 2025: Referred to the Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders committee.
    • March 12, 2025: Reported and committed to Finance (listed twice in the actions).
  • Status: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE, indicating the bill has advanced from committee and is with the Finance Committee for fiscal consideration.
  • Next steps: If the Finance Committee approves a fiscal note and the bill proceeds, it would advance toward floor action and potential enactment, subject to budgetary review and amendments.

Related legislation

  • S 7910 (prior-session) and S 4536 (prior-session) are listed as related bills, suggesting similar or precursor proposals.

Fiscal and implementation considerations (to be clarified on full text)

  • Specific funding sources, caps, or reimbursement rates are not provided here.
  • Details on definitions (e.g., what counts as “non-medical transportation”), eligible populations, and administering agency will be crucial for implementation.

What to monitor

  • Text of the bill for precise definitions, eligibility, reimbursement methodologies, and funding.
  • Fiscal notes from Finance Committee regarding cost and budget impact.
  • Any amendments that specify program administration and oversight.

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

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