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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and Vanna Howard that the Department of Mental Health be authorized to establish a program for the treatment and support of people with mental illness and brain-based disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve mental health care in Massachusetts by authorizing the Department of Mental Health to establish a comprehensive program for researching, developing, and commercializing technologies related to the treatment and support of people with mental illness and brain-based disorders. The bill creates a Mental Health and Innovation Fund to support these initiatives, and establishes an oversight committee to provide policy recommendations. The program seeks to reduce costs, attract companies and research funding, and improve the quality of life for those with mental health issues, while leveraging the state's existing innovation ecosystem in areas like biotechnology and medical technology.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4712 (on 06/06/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2001 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2001.pdf |
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