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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
09/08/2022
09/08/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to facilitate access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to facilitate access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment by requiring the development of a standard release form for exchanging confidential information. The Health Policy Commission, in consultation with relevant state agencies and stakeholder organizations, will create this standard form to be used by all public and private entities involved in the treatment of individuals with mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, or substance use disorder. The bill also establishes an advisory group to advise the Commission on the implementation of this new release form, which will be available in both electronic and paper formats.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session (on 09/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1268 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1268.pdf |
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