HR 8639
Mental Health Justice Act of 2020
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Bill overview
The Mental Health Justice Act of 2020 aims to improve responses to mental health emergencies by providing grants to states and local governments. These funds will be used to hire and train mental health professionals to respond to calls for help instead of law enforcement officers, particularly for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or identified as having a mental illness. The program emphasizes de-escalation, anti-racism training, and connecting individuals with community-based services to reduce unnecessary incarceration and institutionalization.
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Katie Porter
Cosponsors
Alan S. Lowenthal
Alcee L. Hastings
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