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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to assisted outpatient therapy. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand assisted outpatient therapy (AOT) in Massachusetts. It defines key terms such as "gravely disabled" and "informed decision" in the state's mental health laws. The bill allows certain individuals, including physicians, the Department of Mental Health, and family members, to petition the district court for AOT of an individual who meets certain criteria related to mental illness, risk of harm, and capacity for informed decision-making. The court can order AOT if the individual does not require continuous inpatient hospitalization and would be better served in an outpatient program. The bill also establishes procedures for monitoring the AOT plan and amending or terminating the order as needed. Finally, it directs the Department of Mental Health to develop a comprehensive program to increase the availability of AOT and other community-based services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (19)
Matt Muratore (R)*,
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
Brendan Crighton (D),
David DeCoste (R),
Shawn Dooley (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Sally Kerans (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Dave Robertson (D),
Mike Soter (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Susannah Whipps (I),
Steve Xiarhos (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5225 (on 09/22/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2121 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2121.pdf |
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