Makes certain provisions relating to the closure or transfer of a state-operated individualized residential alternative permanent

This bill (S 8671) makes permanent the rules governing the closure or transfer of state-run residential facilities for individuals with mental health needs. It removes an expiration date (previously set to end March 31, 2026) that applied to these provisions. The key change ensures that state-operated individualized residential alternatives can be closed or transferred under these rules without a future deadline. This directly affects the operation of these facilities and the individuals receiving care there. The bill updates a 2016 mental hygiene law provision, now making it permanent without a set end date.