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MA H1965

MA H1965
Relative to ensuring quality mental health services in state correctional facilities


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to quality mental health services in state correctional facilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ensure quality mental health services in state correctional facilities. Key provisions include: 1) The Commissioner of Mental Health will have supervision over the provision of mental health services to prisoners, including reviewing and approving any related contracts, and establishing minimum standards for service delivery. 2) The Commissioner will audit each state correctional facility at least every six months to ensure compliance with these minimum standards. 3) The bill also specifies that mental health professionals providing services in correctional facilities will be under the supervision of the Department of Mental Health.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4712 (on 06/06/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1965
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1965.pdf
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