Training requirements related to individuals with disabilities for substance use disorder treatment and mental health treatment staff added.

This bill requires staff in Minnesota substance use disorder and mental health treatment programs to complete specific training on accessibility, communications access, and sensory safety for individuals with disabilities, including those with traumatic brain injuries, developmental disabilities, cognitive disabilities, and physical disabilities. The new training must be completed initially and then repeated every two years for all staff members who have direct contact with clients. Additionally, the bill updates existing training requirements to include these disability-related topics in initial and ongoing training for mental health treatment staff, ensuring that programs are better equipped to serve people with diverse needs. These changes apply to license holders and their employees across the state's human services system.