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DE SB161

Bill

Status

Passed

8/13/2019

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Hansen

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Origin

Senate

150th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows law-enforcement officers to disclose an individual's identifying information and event synopsis to the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health when the officer contacts Crisis Intervention Services or suspects an overdose or suicide attempt.

  • Enables the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health to use the shared information to connect individuals to behavioral health treatment services.

  • Applies when law-enforcement officers suspect an individual is experiencing an overdose or a mental health crisis related to suicide.

  • Amends Chapter 79, Title 29 of the Delaware Code.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 29 Relating To The Department Of Health And Social Services And Behavioral Health Care Connection.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

8/13/2019

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Development6/21/2019
Elections, Government & Community Affairs6/18/2019

Full Bill Text

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