Bill > HB1049

This bill amends Maryland's Health - General Article to extend funding for the Behavioral Health Crisis Response Grant Program by requiring the Governor to include $5,000,000 in the annual budget for fiscal years 2027 through 2029. The Program aims to provide funds to local jurisdictions for establishing and expanding community behavioral health crisis response systems, with a specific focus on supporting mobile crisis teams, which are specialized teams that respond to mental health emergencies. Previously, the bill had mandated funding from fiscal years 2020 through 2025, and this amendment continues that financial commitment by adding three additional fiscal years. Starting in fiscal year 2023, at least one-third of the Program's appropriation must be used to award competitive grants for mobile crisis teams. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, ensuring continued support for local behavioral health crisis response efforts in Maryland.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1049?ys=2025RS