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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to establishing court ordered mental health assisted outpatient treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a comprehensive program of court-ordered mental health assisted outpatient treatment. The Department of Mental Health, in collaboration with the Department of Public Health, will create criteria to identify individuals at risk and assess the necessity of court-ordered outpatient treatment. Where necessary, the Department will develop a plan and seek a court order for mandatory outpatient treatment, including case management and other services deemed necessary. The goal is to increase the availability of mental health and other services to enhance community participation, improve engagement, and increase the quality of life and satisfaction level of at-risk individuals.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4557 (on 06/04/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1073 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1073.pdf |
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