Assembly Member Davies proposes extending evidence-based treatment standards to certified alcohol and drug programs through legislation that would require these programs to meet the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria or equivalent standards currently mandated for licensed facilities.
The State Department of Health Care Services would adopt and oversee these minimum care requirements for certified programs, paralleling existing oversight of licensed treatment facilities. The department may implement these standards initially through provider bulletins and similar guidance, with formal regulations required by January 1, 2027. The bill's findings note that this approach aligns with the Drug Medi-Cal organized delivery system's use of ASAM criteria to provide appropriate care and support sustainable recovery.
This measure builds upon California's existing framework for substance use disorder treatment by applying consistent standards across both licensed facilities and certified programs. The Department of Health Care Services maintains authority to certify programs and verify their adherence to the required level of care standards, utilizing its current oversight mechanisms rather than creating new administrative structures.
![]() Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Laurie DaviesR Assemblymember | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
![]() Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
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Assembly Member Davies proposes extending evidence-based treatment standards to certified alcohol and drug programs through legislation that would require these programs to meet the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria or equivalent standards currently mandated for licensed facilities.
The State Department of Health Care Services would adopt and oversee these minimum care requirements for certified programs, paralleling existing oversight of licensed treatment facilities. The department may implement these standards initially through provider bulletins and similar guidance, with formal regulations required by January 1, 2027. The bill's findings note that this approach aligns with the Drug Medi-Cal organized delivery system's use of ASAM criteria to provide appropriate care and support sustainable recovery.
This measure builds upon California's existing framework for substance use disorder treatment by applying consistent standards across both licensed facilities and certified programs. The Department of Health Care Services maintains authority to certify programs and verify their adherence to the required level of care standards, utilizing its current oversight mechanisms rather than creating new administrative structures.
Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
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16 | 0 | 0 | 16 | PASS |
![]() Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Laurie DaviesR Assemblymember | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
![]() Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
![]() Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |