<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" standalone="yes"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Chapter 254A — State Authority on Alcohol and Drug Abuse on MinnesotaLawyer.com</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/</link><description>Recent content in Chapter 254A — State Authority on Alcohol and Drug Abuse on MinnesotaLawyer.com</description><generator>Hugo</generator><language>en-us</language><atom:link href="https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/index.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title>§ 254A.001</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.001/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.001/</guid><description>Former treatment program provision, now repealed or renumbered.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.01 — Public Policy</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.01/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.01/</guid><description>Declares Minnesota&amp;rsquo;s public policy that addiction to alcohol or other drugs is a chronic brain disorder, and that treatment should be voluntary when possible, individualized, and include family members.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.02 — Definitions</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.02/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.02/</guid><description>Defines key terms for the treatment programs chapter, including alcohol and drug counselor, chemical dependency, commissioner, and treatment facility.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.03 — State Authority on Alcohol and Drug Abuse</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.03/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.03/</guid><description>Establishes the duties of the commissioner of human services regarding substance use disorder treatment programs.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.031 — American Indian Programs</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.031/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.031/</guid><description>Directs the commissioner to contract for substance use disorder treatment programs designed specifically for American Indians, including residential, aftercare, prevention, education, and training services.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.035 — American Indian Advisory Council</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.035/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.035/</guid><description>Creates a 17-member American Indian Advisory Council representing each Minnesota tribe and urban Indian community to advise the state on substance use disorder policies for American Indians.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.04</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.04/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.04/</guid><description>Authorizes the commissioner to make grants to counties and organizations for substance use disorder treatment services.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.05</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.05/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.05/</guid><description>Establishes licensing requirements for substance use disorder treatment facilities.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.06</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.06/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.06/</guid><description>Addresses confidentiality of substance use disorder treatment records.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.07</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.07/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.07/</guid><description>Provides for the civil commitment process for persons with substance use disorders who pose a danger to themselves or others.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.08 — Detoxification Centers</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.08/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.08/</guid><description>Establishes standards for detoxification services and programs.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.085</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.085/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.085/</guid><description>Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.086</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.086/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.086/</guid><description>Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.09 — Confidentiality of Records</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.09/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.09/</guid><description>Addresses the role of counties in providing substance use disorder treatment services.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.10 — Rules</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.10/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.10/</guid><description>Provides for aftercare and continuing care services following substance use disorder treatment.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.12</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.12/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.12/</guid><description>Establishes the Indian Advisory Council on Chemical Dependency.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.14</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.14/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.14/</guid><description>Addresses treatment services for adolescents with substance use disorders.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.145</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.145/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.145/</guid><description>Former treatment program provision, repealed in 1999.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.15</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.15/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.15/</guid><description>Establishes requirements for treatment program staffing and qualifications.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.16 — Responsibilities of the Commissioner</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.16/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.16/</guid><description>Addresses the coordination of substance use disorder treatment with mental health services.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.17</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.17/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.17/</guid><description>Provides for substance use disorder prevention programs.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.171 — Intervention and Advocacy Program</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.171/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.171/</guid><description>Funds voluntary outreach programs for women who deliver children affected by prenatal alcohol or drug use, providing advocates to help with treatment, recovery, housing, family planning, and parenting.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.175</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.175/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.175/</guid><description>Former treatment program provision, repealed in 2007.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.18</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.18/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.18/</guid><description>Addresses the use of medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.19 — Chemical Use Assessments</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.19/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.19/</guid><description>Establishes reporting requirements for treatment facilities.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.20 — Duties of Commissioner Related to Chemical Health</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.20/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.20/</guid><description>Contains provisions for treatment program inspections and compliance monitoring.</description></item><item><title>§ 254A.21</title><link>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.21/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid>https://minnesotalawyer.com/statutes/chapter-254a/254a.21/</guid><description>Addresses the appeals process for treatment facility licensing decisions.</description></item></channel></rss>