CT SB00849

Establishes a task force to examine substance abuse treatment referral programs created by municipal police departments for persons with opioid use disorder or drug addiction.

Task force shall identify barriers to existing referral programs and determine feasibility of implementing such programs statewide.

Task force comprises 11 members including municipal police chiefs, elected officials, the Commissioners of Emergency Services and Public Protection and Mental Health and Addiction Services, and a Connecticut Alcohol and Drug Policy Council representative.

First meeting must occur within 60 days of the effective date, with all appointments completed within 30 days.

Task force must submit findings and recommendations to the joint standing committee on public safety and security by January 1, 2018, and shall terminate upon report submission or that date, whichever is later.