Chapter 254A — State Authority on Alcohol and Drug Abuse

254A.001 Former treatment program provision, now repealed or renumbered. 254A.01 Public Policy Declares Minnesota's public policy that addiction to alcohol or other drugs is a chronic brain disorder, and that … 254A.02 Definitions Defines key terms for the treatment programs chapter, including alcohol and drug counselor, chemical dependency, … 254A.03 State Authority on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Establishes the duties of the commissioner of human services regarding substance use disorder treatment programs. 254A.031 American Indian Programs Directs the commissioner to contract for substance use disorder treatment programs designed specifically for American … 254A.035 American Indian Advisory Council Creates a 17-member American Indian Advisory Council representing each Minnesota tribe and urban Indian community to … 254A.04 Authorizes the commissioner to make grants to counties and organizations for substance use disorder treatment services. 254A.05 Establishes licensing requirements for substance use disorder treatment facilities. 254A.06 Addresses confidentiality of substance use disorder treatment records. 254A.07 Provides for the civil commitment process for persons with substance use disorders who pose a danger to themselves or … 254A.08 Detoxification Centers Establishes standards for detoxification services and programs. 254A.085 Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007. 254A.086 Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007. 254A.09 Confidentiality of Records Addresses the role of counties in providing substance use disorder treatment services. 254A.10 Rules Provides for aftercare and continuing care services following substance use disorder treatment. 254A.12 Establishes the Indian Advisory Council on Chemical Dependency. 254A.14 Addresses treatment services for adolescents with substance use disorders. 254A.145 Former treatment program provision, repealed in 1999. 254A.15 Establishes requirements for treatment program staffing and qualifications. 254A.16 Responsibilities of the Commissioner Addresses the coordination of substance use disorder treatment with mental health services. 254A.17 Provides for substance use disorder prevention programs. 254A.171 Intervention and Advocacy Program Funds voluntary outreach programs for women who deliver children affected by prenatal alcohol or drug use, providing … 254A.175 Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007. 254A.18 Addresses the use of medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. 254A.19 Chemical Use Assessments Establishes reporting requirements for treatment facilities. 254A.20 Duties of Commissioner Related to Chemical Health Contains provisions for treatment program inspections and compliance monitoring. 254A.21 Addresses the appeals process for treatment facility licensing decisions.