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MA S1315

Establishing a pilot program to improve behavioral health access through collaboration of municipal law enforcement and behavioral health specialists


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
09/08/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a pilot program to improve behavioral health access through collaboration of municipal law enforcement and behavioral health specialists. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a 2-year pilot program in a selected town to embed behavioral health specialists from community health centers in the municipal law enforcement department. The program aims to improve access to behavioral health care by having the specialists assist law enforcement officers in responding to emergency calls involving individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The pilot program will also provide educational training for law enforcement officers in areas such as mental health and community policing. The Department of Public Health will report on the results, barriers, and challenges of the program to various legislative committees.

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)

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