Informing the Legislature that on June 25, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1854 HD1 SD2 CD1 (ACT 145).

This bill establishes a new office within the Department of Health to certify community behavioral health clinics and provide them with technical assistance. The legislation creates an oversight board and a certifying office staffed by specific roles like a quality manager and data engineer to manage these clinics. The new office will set certification standards that meet or exceed federal requirements, administer a fixed payment system for services, and monitor clinic compliance. Clinics that meet these criteria will be officially certified to ensure consistent access to mental health and substance use services across the state.