HB365 Summary

• Revises chemical dependency counselor II (CDII) license requirements by establishing three new pathways (Divisions A, B, C) and grandfathering in individuals holding valid certificates as of December 23, 2002; new pathway (Division C) requires associate's or bachelor's degree with chemical dependency specialization, 180 hours of chemical dependency education, 240 hours of supervised practicum experience, and 1,000 hours of work experience as a counselor assistant.

• Enhances drug trafficking penalties by creating "committed in the vicinity of a substance addiction services provider" offense category (within 1,000 feet of facilities providing certified addiction services), triggering increased felony degrees and mandatory prison terms across all drug trafficking violations.

• Prohibits health plan issuers, Medicaid managed care organizations, and third-party administrators from imposing unfavorable reimbursement rates, dispensing fees, or contract terms on 340B covered entities compared to non-340B providers; rates must meet national average drug acquisition cost or wholesale acquisition cost standards.

• Names drug trafficking penalty enhancements the "Relapse Reduction Act" to emphasize connection between proximity to treatment facilities and enhanced enforcement.

• Requires Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to study levels of care for practicum programs by June 1, 2021 and develop recommendations for regulatory standards.