S.B. 1018 Summary

• Establishes a two-year reorganization pilot project within the Department of Health to restructure and realign functions, positions, and funding across four divisions: Behavioral Health Services Administration, Environmental Health Administration, General Administration, and Health Resources Administration.

• Requires the Department of Health to consult with the Department of Budget and Finance and Department of Human Resources Development during the reorganization process.

• Mandates the reorganization of the Behavioral Health Services Administration begin immediately upon approval, with the overall pilot project ending on June 30, 2023.

• Requires the Department of Health to submit reports to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the regular sessions of 2022, 2023, and 2024, detailing findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation.

• Effective July 1, 2060, though the behavioral health services administration reorganization shall commence upon the bill's approval.