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

This bill (S 2144) updates licensing rules for residential substance use disorder treatment facilities in New Jersey. It requires applicants to submit independent financial audits (paid by the applicant) and undergo criminal background checks for all owners or major stakeholders (5%+ ownership), with licensure denied for financial misconduct or convictions involving fraud/dishonesty. The Department of Health must also conduct unannounced facility inspections. These changes directly affect facilities seeking or holding licenses and their owners, aiming to ensure financial accountability and safety through stricter vetting.