SB1223

Authorized transporters; minimum standards; registration

Introduced·1/20/26
Introduced Text

SB1223 sets minimum standards for secure behavioral health transport providers in Arizona.

SB1223 amends Arizona law to establish minimum standards for secure behavioral health transport providers, including training requirements for staff, vehicle safety and equipment standards, and a registration process. The Department of Health Services is tasked with adopting these rules by January 1, 2027. The bill also revises definitions and procedures related to court-ordered mental health treatment in Arizona.

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Health and Human Services Committee
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History

Jan 21

Senate

Senate read second time

Jan 20

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Jan 20

Senate

Assigned to Senate HHS Committee