SB161 amends Delaware Code to enhance behavioral health treatment services for adults.
SB161 amends Titles 16 and 29 of the Delaware Code to strengthen the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health's oversight of behavioral health treatment programs. The bill establishes licensing requirements, outlines provider duties, and defines client rights. It also mandates incident reporting, sets penalties for violations, and provides for disciplinary actions against noncompliant providers. The amendments aim to ensure quality care, protect client rights, and maintain public safety in behavioral health treatment settings.
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