Resolve providing for a study and recommendations by a special commission relative to access to behavioral health services for children and families in the commonwealth
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a special commission to investigate the availability and accessibility of behavioral health services for children and families in Massachusetts. The commission will then be tasked with making recommendations aimed at improving access to these crucial services. This initiative focuses on addressing gaps in current support systems for vulnerable populations.
Key provisions
- Create a special commission to study behavioral health services.
- Assess the current availability of services for children and families.
- Evaluate barriers to accessing these services.
- Develop recommendations for improving access.
- Focus specifically on children and families within the Commonwealth.
- The commission’s work is linked to a study order (S2601).
Who is affected
- Children
- Families
- Mental Health Service Recipients
- Substance Use Service Recipients
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a comprehensive study of existing services.
- It seeks to identify and address obstacles preventing access to behavioral health care.
- Recommendations from the commission will inform future policy and resource allocation.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
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