Bill
AB 201-82
Overview: AB 201-82 revises provisions relating to planning for the provision of behavioral health care. (BDR 39-325)Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to enhance the planning and c
Overview: AB 201-82 revises provisions relating to planning for the provision of behavioral health care. (BDR 39-325)
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to enhance the planning and coordination of behavioral health care services within the state, with the goal of improving access and quality of care for individuals in need of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the development of a statewide behavioral health care plan, including an assessment of current services and identification of gaps and needs
- Establishes a behavioral health care planning council to oversee the development and implementation of the statewide plan
- Mandates the collection and analysis of data on the utilization and outcomes of behavioral health care services
- Directs the integration of behavioral health care planning with other state-level health care and social service initiatives
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with mental health or substance abuse disorders who may benefit from improved access and quality of behavioral health care services
- Behavioral health care providers, including hospitals, clinics, and community-based organizations, who will need to align their services with the statewide plan
- State and local government agencies responsible for the planning, funding, and oversight of behavioral health care systems
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been read but no further consideration has been taken. If passed, the provisions related to the development of the statewide behavioral health care plan and the establishment of the planning council would likely have a specified implementation timeline, such as within 6-12 months of the bill's enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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