This bill modifies the contracting requirements for state agencies delivering behavioral health services. It repeals 13 of the 16 existing universal contracting provisions and introduces a new requirement to facilitate connections for individuals to the statewide behavioral health safety net system. The goal is to streamline processes and enhance access to essential behavioral health services across Colorado.
Summary
Under current law, the universal contracting provisions must
comply with 16 requirements when a state agency contracts for the delivery of behavioral health services. The bill repeals 13 of the existing requirements and adds a new requirement to facilitate connections for individuals to the statewide behavioral health safety net system.
