An Act to establish a perinatal behavioral health care workforce trust fund
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a trust fund dedicated to increasing the number of professionals providing behavioral healthcare services specifically for perinatal (related to pregnancy and childbirth) patients in Massachusetts. The fund will support training, recruitment, and retention efforts for this specialized workforce. The goal is to improve access to mental health and substance use treatment for mothers, families, and newborns during a critical period. This legislation aims to address a shortage of qualified professionals in this area.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Perinatal Behavioral Health Care Workforce Trust Fund.
- The trust fund will receive funding from designated sources.
- Funding will be used to support training programs for perinatal behavioral health professionals.
- The fund will support recruitment and retention initiatives for these professionals.
- The trust fund will work to expand access to perinatal behavioral healthcare services.
- The Department of Public Health will oversee the trust fund's operations.
Who is affected
- Pregnant individuals
- New mothers
- Families with young children
- Healthcare providers
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated funding source for perinatal behavioral health workforce development.
- Addresses a gap in services for maternal mental health and substance use.
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Primary sponsor
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James B. Eldridge
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