HB 2166 Summary

• Adds "behavioral-supported group homes" as a new type of residential setting for persons with developmental disabilities, requiring licensing for health and safety by the Department of Health Services beginning July 1, 2024.

• Defines behavioral-supported group homes as community residential settings for up to six persons with dual disorders (psychiatric and developmental disabilities) that provide room, board, daily habilitation, medication assistance, and behavioral health services.

• Requires behavioral-supported group homes to employ clinical professionals with master's degrees in specified fields (psychology, social work, occupational/physical therapy, etc.) and at least two years of experience with dual-disorder clients.

• Mandates that direct care staff in behavioral-supported group homes have at least one year of experience with dual-disorder clients and specialized training in applied behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports.

• Requires each client in a behavioral-supported group home to have an integrated treatment plan reviewed by a multidisciplinary team every ninety days, including assessments by qualified clinical professionals and coordination with medical, psychiatric, and educational providers.