AB 1356: Alcohol and other drug programs.

The state department of health care services is responsible for administering prevention, treatment, and recovery services for alcohol and drug abuse. The bill requires facilities to submit relevant information to the department within 30 days of an incident. If the department identifies any licensing violations, it must issue a written notice of deficiency to the facility. The department can implement and interpret licensing provisions without taking further regulatory action through all-county letters, provider bulletins, or similar instructions. This policy aims to ensure timely investigation and follow-up action to prevent future deaths in licensed facilities.