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This bill establishes a comprehensive federal grant program to create and support "one-stop crisis facilities" that provide integrated behavioral health and support services across the United States. The Secretary of Health and Human Services would award grants to various eligible entities, including metropolitan cities, counties, states, Indian Tribes, and territories, to establish, operate, or expand these facilities. These one-stop crisis facilities would offer a wide range of services at a single location, including behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment, counseling, case management, housing assistance, legal services, and other wrap-around support services. Grant recipients must develop detailed implementation plans that prioritize community stakeholder input, cultural competency, equitable access, and collaboration with local crisis response systems, law enforcement, and community organizations. The bill emphasizes a person-centered approach, particularly for vulnerable populations like youth, unhoused individuals, and those with disabilities. Importantly, the bill prohibits discrimination and includes significant funding, authorizing $11.5 billion annually through 2030, with specific allocations for different types of local and tribal entities. The goal is to create comprehensive, compassionate, and coordinated crisis care facilities that can effectively support individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges.

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