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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
Relative to mental health and suicide prevention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve mental health and suicide prevention efforts in the state. It requires the Department of Mental Health to develop materials for a wellness follow-up program that provides guidance on conducting home inspections for items that could pose a danger to individuals at risk of self-harm, as well as information on mental health resources and legal procedures for safely handling certain means of suicide or self-harm, such as firearms, medications, or alcohol. The bill also directs the Department to promote public awareness of the Mass 211 hotline and the federal 988 suicide prevention program.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (13)
Matt Muratore (R)*,
Jenny Armini (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Ryan Hamilton (D),
Billy MacGregor (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
Dave Muradian (R),
Brian Murray (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Margaret Scarsdale (D),
Alyson Sullivan (R),
Susannah Whipps (I),
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/H2003 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2003.pdf |
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