SB25-195: Extension of the Rural Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program
Extension of Program Authority (C.R.S. 24-34-104 & 27-80-117)
Extends the Rural Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program repeal date from September 1, 2025, to September 1, 2030.
Ensures continued funding and operation under the Behavioral Health Administration in the Department of Human Services.
Impact on Funding Mechanisms and Surcharges
Extends the rural alcohol and substance abuse surcharge (C.R.S. 18-19-103.5) until September 1, 2030.
Maintains related surcharges and penalties for alcohol- and drug-related traffic offenses in C.R.S. 42-4-1307, 42-4-1701 until 2030.
Summary
Sunset Process - Senate Health and Human Services Committee. The bill implements the recommendation of the department of regulatory agencies in its 2024 sunset review and report on the rural alcohol and substance abuse prevention and treatment program by continuing the program until September 1, 2030.
