S1397
An Act establishing alternative models for behavioral health transport
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Bill overview
This bill creates five regional pilot programs in Massachusetts to explore different ways to transport individuals receiving behavioral health services. The goal is to identify and implement more effective and accessible transportation options for these patients. These pilot programs will examine various models beyond traditional transportation services. The bill aims to improve access to mental health and substance use treatment.
Key provisions
- Establishment of five regional pilot programs.
- Exploration of alternative models for behavioral health transport.
- Focus on improving access to mental health and substance use services.
- Examination of diverse transportation options.
- Evaluation of program effectiveness.
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving behavioral health services
- Mental health and substance use treatment providers
- Transportation providers
- Massachusetts residents
- Healthcare system
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsor
Paul R. Feeney
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Bill S.1397 194th (Current)
An Act establishing alternative models for behavioral health transport
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1397) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to establish five regional pilot programs to examine alternative models for transport of behavioral health patients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Paul R. Feeney
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1397
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/8/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2972 |
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