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CT SB01211
Bill
Status
3/9/2023
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
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The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, in consultation with the Department of Children and Families, shall establish a mental health crisis center pilot program in one state region selected by the Commissioner of Mental Health and Addiction Services, effective July 1, 2023.
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The pilot program aims to enhance mental health outcomes by redirecting persons experiencing mental health crises away from hospital emergency departments to a dedicated mental health crisis facility.
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The Commissioner of Mental Health and Addiction Services shall establish the pilot program according to terms and conditions prescribed by the commissioner.
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The commissioner must report to the joint standing committee on public health by January 1, 2024, regarding the pilot program's success in serving persons experiencing mental health crises and recommendations for continuing or expanding the program to other communities.
Legislative Description
An Act Establishing A Mental Health Crisis Center Pilot Program.
Last Action
File Number 470
4/6/2023