License Reciprocity for Addiction Counselors in Penal Institutions
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Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the measure because high recidivism rates driven by narcotics and alcoholism require treatment to prevent inmates from returning to facilities without help.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker expresses concern about supporting authorization because it removes accountability from licensing boards where inappropriate actions currently jeopardize a professional's license.
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Why they voted this way
The speaker opposes the bill because they believe it creates duplicate certifications that already exist and causes slow approval by the licensing board.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because it provides necessary resources for inmate rehabilitation and ensures successful reentry into communities, which is a priority of the corrections director.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because licensing issues are causing companies to be fined and preventing inmates from receiving necessary addiction treatment.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because it addresses the immediate need for prison services rather than getting involved in professional disputes between organizations.
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This amendment changes the bill to allow the Department of Corrections to issue authorizations for addiction therapy in penal institutions instead of certifications by a board.