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MA S1270

To ensure due process in mental health facilities that are not licensed by the Department of Mental Health


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

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to ensure due process in mental health facilities that are not licensed by the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ensure due process in mental health facilities that are not licensed by the Department of Mental Health. It requires that any child residing in a mental health facility, defined as a group home, therapeutic boarding school, therapeutic camp, or any facility that provides significant mental health services or employs a significant number of mental health professionals, be entitled to a hearing as set forth in the existing state law (MGL123:9), regardless of the facility's licensing agency. This does not apply to children sentenced to reside in the facility due to a criminal conviction or those residing in Bridgewater State Hospital.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5225 (on 09/22/2022)

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