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RI H8180

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Julie Casimiro

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a statewide Children's Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program administered by DCYF to provide 24/7 behavioral health crisis response for children and youth under age 21, regardless of insurance status

  • Requires in-person mobile response within 60 minutes of initial contact, with services delivered in natural environments such as homes, schools, and childcare settings

  • Mandates MRSS teams include at least two staff members, with one licensed behavioral health clinician and one additional team member such as a peer support specialist or family partner

  • Funds services through braided funding combining Medicaid reimbursement, commercial insurance, and state general revenue, with no fees, co-payments, or prior authorization required for families

  • Requires annual reporting to the governor and General Assembly on program utilization, outcomes, and emergency department/inpatient diversion, with the program aligned to the federal Children's Behavioral Health Consent Decree (Case No. 24-cv-00531)

Legislative Description

Establishes a statewide mobile response and stabilization services program to provide rapid crisis response and short-term stabilization for children and youth in their natural environments.

State Affairs And Government

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Finance

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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