H 1228
An Act to support behavioral health prevention for children
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve behavioral health prevention services for children in Massachusetts. It seeks to bolster resources and support systems to address mental health challenges early on, potentially reducing the need for more intensive interventions later. The bill’s specific details are currently focused on establishing a framework for prevention rather than outlining specific programs or funding mechanisms. It is part of a series of similar bills addressing child well-being.
Key provisions
- Focuses on behavioral health prevention for children.
- Aims to strengthen support systems for children's mental health.
- Part of a series of related bills addressing child well-being.
- Currently referred to the committee on Financial Services.
Who is affected
- Children in Massachusetts
- Families of children
- Mental health service providers
- The Department of Mental Health
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a group of similar legislative efforts related to child behavioral health.
- It is currently in the committee stage and awaiting further action.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsors
David Allen Robertson
James C. Arena-DeRosa
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.1228 194th (Current)
An Act to support behavioral health prevention for children
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1228) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to behavioral health prevention for children. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1228
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:30 AM-1:00 PM in A-2 and virtual |
| 9/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 1/8/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4893 |
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