Provide for use of the Behavioral Health Services Fund for individuals with substance use disorder

Summary

The bill amends the law that created the Behavioral Health Services Fund, permitting money in the fund to be used for rental, utility and related housing costs for very low‑income adults with serious mental illness or substance use disorder. If the fund’s housing obligations are fully met, up to 20% of any excess can be given to regional health authorities for buying or fixing housing for these individuals. The change expands the fund’s role in supporting stable housing as part of behavioral health services.

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