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This bill revises and enhances provisions related to behavioral health services in Nevada, with a particular focus on children's mental health. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to track spending on the children's behavioral health system of care, quantify cost avoidances, and make recommendations for reinvesting saved money into improving services. It expands the roles of regional behavioral health policy boards by requiring them to advise the Division of Child and Family Services and submit annual reports to multiple agencies. The bill also modifies the composition of the subcommittee on children's mental health by adding two members recommended by mental health consortia. Additionally, it clarifies the State Board of Health's authority to license facilities providing behavioral health care and mandates a legislative study during the 2023-2024 interim to explore creating a comprehensive state plan for behavioral health services. The children's behavioral health system of care is defined to include various services such as respite care, community-based services, crisis intervention, care coordination, and specialized support for children with emotional disturbances. The bill aims to improve oversight, coordination, and strategic planning for behavioral health services, with a particular emphasis on supporting children and their families.

https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/11910/Overview