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This bill proposes establishing a task force to explore the potential of repurposing abandoned or unused school buildings into regional mental health clinics specifically designed to serve minors with significant mental health challenges. The task force will be responsible for studying the feasibility of transforming these old school facilities into comprehensive care centers that would provide a range of services beyond traditional mental health treatment, including transportation assistance, housing support, educational resources, and counseling. The goal is to create accessible, integrated care facilities that can address multiple needs of young people struggling with mental health conditions by utilizing existing educational infrastructure in a cost-effective and community-focused manner. By converting underutilized school buildings into specialized mental health clinics, the bill aims to improve mental health service delivery for minors and potentially create more holistic, convenient care environments that can support young people's comprehensive well-being.

Health and Social Services

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