California AB2562 mandates suicide prevention plans for alcohol and drug recovery programs.

California AB2562 amends the Health and Safety Code to require alcohol and drug recovery programs to develop suicide prevention plans. The bill mandates that these programs maintain at least two doses of naloxone on the premises and ensure at least one staff member is trained in its administration. The Department of Health Care Services is authorized to implement these requirements through bulletins or letters until regulations are promulgated, with regulations to be finalized by January 1, 2031. The bill also modifies written record requirements for social model programs.

California AB2562 mandates suicide prevention plans for alcohol and drug recovery programs.

California AB2562 amends the Health and Safety Code to require alcohol and drug recovery programs to develop suicide prevention plans. The bill mandates that these programs maintain at least two doses of naloxone on the premises and ensure at least one staff member is trained in its administration. The Department of Health Care Services is authorized to implement these requirements through bulletins or letters until regulations are promulgated, with regulations to be finalized by January 1, 2031. The bill also modifies written record requirements for social model programs.