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Introduced
08/10/2020
08/10/2020
In Committee
08/10/2020
08/10/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to mental health peer specialists certification, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2891).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Board of Registration of Peer Specialists within the Department of Public Health. The board will consist of 11 members appointed by the governor, including representatives from the Departments of Public Health and Mental Health, as well as individuals with expertise in peer specialist training, substance use disorder, mental illness, family members, and health professionals. The board will have the power to regulate peer specialists, including setting education, training, and experience requirements, issuing authorizations to practice, and disciplining peer specialists for violations of the code of conduct. The bill also establishes a process for peer specialist applications, renewals, and reciprocity, and prohibits the use of the title "peer specialist" without a valid authorization from the board.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery (Joint)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 08/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2891 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2891.pdf |
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