Revises licensure and regulatory requirements for residential substance use disorders treatment facilities or programs.

This bill (A4033) revises licensing and oversight requirements for residential substance use disorder treatment facilities in New Jersey. It directly affects facility operators, owners, and principals by requiring independent financial audits, criminal background checks (including fingerprinting), and annual unannounced inspections by the Department of Health. Facilities must also file annual reports on safety incidents (like injuries, deaths, or outbreaks) and disclose detailed financial and staffing information to funding entities. Additionally, the bill establishes standards for peer recovery counselors operating within these facilities. These changes aim to enhance accountability and transparency in the sector.