SB266 Summary

• Amends Section 22-50-17, Code of Alabama 1975, to add a requirement that substance abuse treatment facilities obtain approval from the governing authority of the municipality where located, or the county if located outside municipal limits.

• Facilities must obtain a certificate from the municipality or county clerk verifying the applicant has submitted an application and received consent and approval from the governing authority.

• Applies to all facilities or institutions for care or treatment of substance abuse in addition to existing certification by the Department of Mental Health or licensing by the State Board of Health.

• Does not impose insurance mandate requirements; clarifies that no insurance policy is required to offer additional coverage benefits based on this provision.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor, or upon becoming law by other means.