CA AB255

Authorizes California state programs to fund supportive-recovery residences that emphasize abstinence from substance use, provided at least 90% of program funds in each jurisdiction go to harm-reduction model housing

Requires supportive-recovery residences to meet Housing First core components, including low barriers to entry, no eviction based solely on relapse, and must help tenants find alternative permanent housing if they leave or are discharged

Mandates that supportive-recovery residences support residents' access to prescribed medications for mental health and substance use disorders (including buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone) and provide overdose prevention training and reversal medication to staff and residents

Requires the Department of Housing and Community Development to adopt National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) standards as minimum requirements and establish a Housing First certification process for these residences

Establishes the Supportive-Recovery Residence Program Fund, allowing the department to charge an annual fee of up to $100 per unit for Housing First certification verification