An Act expanding access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve access to mental health services in Massachusetts and enhance how risks are assessed for individuals needing support. It seeks to broaden the availability of mental health care and implement more robust protocols for identifying and responding to potential mental health crises. The legislation focuses on strengthening risk assessment practices to better support individuals and improve public safety.
Key provisions
- Expands access to mental health services for underserved populations.
- Strengthens risk assessment protocols for individuals at risk of harm.
- Supports the development of comprehensive mental health care plans.
- Enhances training for mental health professionals on risk assessment.
- Promotes collaboration between mental health providers and law enforcement.
Who is affected
- Individuals experiencing mental health challenges
- Mental health service providers
- Law enforcement agencies
- Families of individuals with mental health concerns
- The general public
Notable changes
- Implementation of standardized risk assessment tools.
- Increased focus on early intervention and prevention strategies.
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Sponsors
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Cosponsors
Jeffrey N. Roy
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Michael D. Brady
Michael O. Moore
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