Behavioral health fund payments for uncollectible withdrawal management debt provided, span of eligibility for behavioral health fund services extended, pilot program established, and other behavioral health provisions modified.

This bill modifies Minnesota's behavioral health fund to help substance use disorder treatment providers recover costs for uncollectible debts and expands eligibility for state-funded services. It creates a new process for the state to pay providers when clients cannot afford treatment and have exhausted other payment options, while also extending eligibility to include certain individuals with dependent children and those meeting specific income guidelines. Additionally, the legislation establishes a pilot program for alternative inspections of treatment facilities and allows counties to temporarily manage certain administrative functions related to the behavioral health fund. These changes aim to improve access to care and provide financial stability for service providers without altering the core structure of the behavioral health fund.