H 2211
An Act modernizing the six fundamental rights
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Bill overview
This bill, H.2211, aims to modernize the rights of individuals receiving services from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. It focuses on strengthening protections and ensuring better support for those utilizing mental health and substance use recovery services. The bill seeks to clarify and update existing legal frameworks related to these services, promoting a more equitable and effective system. It is closely related to other legislation concerning mental health services within the state.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the rights of individuals receiving mental health services.
- Updates procedures for service delivery and access.
- Strengthens protections for individuals within the Department of Mental Health's care.
- Addresses issues related to substance use and recovery services.
- Focuses on improving the overall quality of services provided.
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving services from the Department of Mental Health
- Families and caregivers of individuals receiving services
- Mental health professionals
- The Department of Mental Health
Notable changes
- Updates legal frameworks surrounding mental health services.
- Potentially streamlines processes for accessing services.
- May enhance the rights and protections afforded to service recipients.
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
John Francis Moran
John J. Marsi
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Bill H.2211 194th (Current)
An Act modernizing the six fundamental rights
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2211) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to persons receiving services from the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Presenter: Natalie M. Higgins
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2211
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/12/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5229 |
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