Signed by Gov. 8/11/2026
Summary
The bill directs the Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services to amend its staff definition rule, allowing certain positions to be filled by community‑college graduates with associate degrees and specified experience. It adds new pathways for Associate Professionals, Qualified Professionals, and Qualified Substance Abuse Prevention Professionals. The change aims to broaden the pool of qualified workers in mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance‑abuse services.
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