New Mexico has enacted emergency rules governing the licensing and regulation of boarding homes that house individuals discharged from mental or behavioral health care institutions. The Department of Health said Friday in a statement that the emergency rules took effect Thursday and were established for the health, safety and welfare of residents of boarding homes. The department said boarding homes subject to the rules must apply for a license within 30 days and meet basic health and safety requirements. According to the department, a permanent boarding home rule will be proposed and announced to the public in February, followed by a public hearing to be scheduled in March.
New Mexico announces emergency rules for boarding homes
