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GA HR913

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Paulette Rakestraw

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a Joint Study Committee on Incorporating Law Enforcement in the Pathway to Treatment and Social Services for Persons Having Challenges with Drug Use and Mental Health
  • Committee composed of 6 members: 3 House members appointed by the Speaker and 3 Senate members appointed by the President of the Senate, with one cochairperson designated from each chamber
  • Charged with studying pre-arrest diversion initiatives, including funding, data collection, outcomes, and long-term impact of widening community behavioral health and social service options available through law enforcement diversion
  • Member allowances and expenses are limited to 5 days unless additional days are authorized, with funding from House and Senate appropriations
  • Committee required to file any approved findings, recommendations, or proposed legislation with the Clerk of the House and Secretary of the Senate before its abolishment date of December 31, 2018

Legislative Description

House Study Committee on Incorporating Law Enforcement in the Pathway to Treatment and Social Services for Persons Having Challenges with Drug Use and Mental Health; create

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted By Substitute

3/23/2018

Full Bill Text

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