Updating involuntary treatment commitment standards for individuals with substance use disorder in Washington.

Washington HB1787 updates involuntary treatment commitment standards for individuals suffering from substance use disorder. It aims to address the growing substance use crisis by ensuring that individuals who are a severe threat to themselves or the community receive necessary treatment. The bill also seeks to double the number of secure withdrawal management and stabilization facility beds to ensure adequate treatment capacity across the state.

Updating involuntary treatment commitment standards for individuals with substance use disorder in Washington.

Washington HB1787 updates involuntary treatment commitment standards for individuals suffering from substance use disorder. It aims to address the growing substance use crisis by ensuring that individuals who are a severe threat to themselves or the community receive necessary treatment. The bill also seeks to double the number of secure withdrawal management and stabilization facility beds to ensure adequate treatment capacity across the state.