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AB 492 would require DHCS to notify cities when new licensed recovery facilities open, sponsor says
Summary
AB 492 would require the Department of Health Care Services to notify local governments when it issues a license for an alcohol, drug‑abuse recovery or treatment facility, including the licensee’s name and mailing address.
Assemblymember Valencia presented AB 492 to require the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to notify local governments when DHCS issues a new license for an alcohol or drug treatment facility. The written notice would include the licensee’s name, mailing address and facility name, the author said.
Caroline Grinder, legislative advocate for the League of California Cities and lead sponsor, said cities often learn about new treatment facilities only after residents raise concerns. She argued the bill would…
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