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MA S2610

MA S2610
Relative to equity in suicide prevention


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Introduced
03/26/2020
In Committee
04/01/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to equity in suicide prevention,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2610).

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to study the prevention of suicide among prisoners and the provision of mental health services to prisoners in correctional facilities. The 13-member commission will review current suicide prevention programs, develop model plans, recommend program changes, and highlight budget priorities to reduce prisoner suicide and improve mental health services. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to various legislative committees by December 31, 2020.

Sponsors (4)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery (J)

Last Action

Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules (on 04/01/2020)

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