Bill
SB 5853
Extending the crisis relief center model to provide behavioral health crisis services for minors.
2023-2024 Regular Session
Introduced by Manka Dhingra and 14 co-sponsors
Expands 23-hour crisis relief centers to serve minors (8+) with child-specific facilities and 24/7 pediatric teams, enabling short-stay crisis care outside hospitals.
Effective date 6/6/2024**.