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Public Policy Reports NAMI

(2 days ago) WEBThe report explains key trends in mental health policy and offers lessons from NAMI State Organization leaders who played an important role in shaping some of …

https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Publications-Reports/Public-Policy-Reports/

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Mental health, human rights and legislation

(5 days ago) WEB1.3 Mental health law and human rights 13 1.4 The international human rights framework 16 1.5 Applying the human rights framework to legislation on mental health 22 1.5.1 A …

https://www.ohchr.org/sites/default/files/documents/publications/WHO-OHCHR-Mental-health-human-rights-and-legislation_web.pdf

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Trends in State Mental Health Policy - nami.org

(6 days ago) WEBkey piece of legislation and illustrate how other advocates may replicate their success. Methodology The content of this report is focused on major mental health legislation …

https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/PDFs/NAMI_2022_State_Legislation_Report.pdf

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NAMI Releases Latest Report Exploring State-Level Mental Health

(5 days ago) WEBSep 13, 2023. NAMI released today a new publication: NAMI State Legislation Report: Trends in State Mental Health Policy (2022), which highlights and summarizes …

https://www.nami.org/nami-news/nami-releases-latest-report-exploring-state-level-mental-health-legislation-in-2022/

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What Is Congress Doing to Advance Behavioral Health Reform?

(5 days ago) WEBThe new law creates investments for early identification and intervention programs in schools, including $240 million in appropriations for programs that increase …

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2022/what-congress-doing-advance-behavioral-health-reform

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The Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act of …

(2 days ago) WEBThe Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act of 2022 (Division FF, Title I of P.L. 117-328, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023): Section-by …

https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R47910

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The Federal and State Role in Mental Health

(1 days ago) WEBThe Federal Role in Mental Health The federal government works in partnership with the states to address mental health. The federal role in mental health includes regulating …

https://www.mhanational.org/issues/federal-and-state-role-mental-health

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Mental health, human rights and legislation: guidance and practice

(2 days ago) WEBMental health is growing as a public health priority and human rights imperative, and an increasing number of countries are wishing to adopt or reform …

https://www.who.int/publications-detail-redirect/9789240080737

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H.R.7666 - Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act …

(Just Now) WEBShown Here: Passed House (06/22/2022) Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act of 2022. This bill reauthorizes through FY2027, expands, and …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/7666

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5 Mental Health Bills We Can All Agree On - Verywell Mind

(8 days ago) WEBFollowing this, they sent it to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. This bill includes plans to: Reauthorize programs put forward in 2016 by …

https://www.verywellmind.com/5-mental-health-bills-we-can-all-agree-on-6826669

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How to Transform the U.S. Mental Health System - RAND Corporation

(6 days ago) WEBThis report describes the landscape of mental health in the United States, identifies opportunities for change, and makes evidence-based recommendations for a path forward. Congress has passed key legislation — such as the 2008 Mental Health Parity and Addictions Equity Act — with overwhelmingly bipartisan support, states have …

https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA889-1.html

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Laws and Regulations SAMHSA

(9 days ago) WEBKey regulations to implement the Affordable Care Act; The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 requires insurance groups offering coverage for …

https://www.samhsa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/laws-regulations

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New Federal Rules Seek To Strengthen Mental Health Parity

(2 days ago) WEBOn July 25, 2023, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury (the tri-agencies) proposed a new rule to strengthen the enforcement of the federal …

https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/new-federal-rules-seek-strengthen-mental-health-parity

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California lawmakers approve key changes to landmark mental …

(Just Now) WEBThe other key measures approved by the Legislature would amend the state’s Mental Health Services Act. AB 531 is a nearly $6.4-billion bond measure for …

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-09-15/california-poised-to-enact-key-changes-to-landmark-mental-health-law

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California’s Mental Health Transformation Overwhelmingly Passes …

(5 days ago) WEBGovernor Newsom’s Mental Health Services Act Reform Passes Key Committee. WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Kids Groups, Counties & More Respond …

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/09/14/mhsa-reform-passes-legislature/

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NAMI's State Mental Health Legislation Report (2020–2021)

(4 days ago) WEBToday NAMI released a new publication: the State Mental Health Legislation Report (2020-2021), which highlights and summarizes significant state …

https://www.nami.org/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2022/NAMI-s-State-Mental-Health-Legislation-Report-(2020-2021)

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Mental Health: Mental Health Benefits Legislation

(6 days ago) WEBThe Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF) recommends mental health benefits legislation as a way to improve financial protection and increase appropriate …

https://health.gov/healthypeople/tools-action/browse-evidence-based-resources/mental-health-mental-health-benefits-legislation

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Mental Health Act - NHS

(5 days ago) WEBThe Mental Health Act (1983) is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder. You can read the Mental …

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/social-care-and-your-rights/mental-health-and-the-law/mental-health-act/

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What is the Mental Health Act 1983? - Mind

(9 days ago) WEBThe Mental Health Act 1983 is the law in England and Wales which was updated in 2007. It tells people with mental health problems what their rights are regarding: Assessment …

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/mental-health-act-1983/about-the-mha-1983/

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Policy Issues Mental Health America

(1 days ago) WEBMental Health America (MHA) takes a unique approach to policy because MHA believes policy should ask people what they need to live the lives they want and support them in …

https://www.mhanational.org/policy-issues

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A Proclamation on National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2024

(5 days ago) WEBI signed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act — the largest investment in youth mental health ever, and we are investing $1 billion of that funding to help schools …

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/04/30/a-proclamation-on-national-mental-health-awareness-month-2024/

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During Mental Health Awareness Month, U. S. Department of …

(4 days ago) WEBImproving youth mental health is a key component of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to improving student wellbeing and outcomes: when young …

https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/during-mental-health-awareness-month-u-s-department-education-announces-new-actions-increase-access-school-based-mental-health-services

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Mental Health Legislation and Human Rights

(9 days ago) WEBThis paper presents an indicative analysis of the mental health legislation in each State and Territory in terms of recently agreed international standards - the UN …

https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/disability-rights/publications/mental-health-legislation-and-human-rights

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Governor Reynolds signs law to consolidate Iowa's mental health …

(3 days ago) WEBWednesday Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a new law designed to overhaul Iowa's mental health system. The new law narrows the state's 32 separate …

https://cbs2iowa.com/news/local/governor-reynolds-signs-law-to-consolidate-iowas-mental-health-services

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Lucy McBath supports mental health legislation for new moms, …

(2 days ago) WEBGeorgia Democratic Rep. Lucy McBath joined fellow lawmakers to introduce new legislation that would provide mental health support for pregnant women and new …

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/georgia-pregnant-women-new-moms-mental-health-act

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Georgia mental health forum highlights need for new advocates

(Just Now) WEBAt the 28th annual event, leaders from across the state acknowledged major changes and shortcomings in mental health support in Georgia. The push takes on a …

https://www.wrdw.com/2024/05/15/georgia-mental-health-forum-highlights-need-new-advocates/

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NYC Council Calls for Funding Restorations and Investments in Mental

(6 days ago) WEBMayor’s FY25 Executive Budget failed to include funding for key hospital, mental health and maternal health services . City Hall, NY – Ahead of the City Council’s Executive Budget hearings by the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction, Committee on Health, and Committee on Hospitals, with the Committee on Finance, the …

https://council.nyc.gov/press/2024/05/13/2603/

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Senate Overwhelmingly Approves FAA Reauthorization Act

(3 days ago) WEBIt was a privilege to lead this significant piece of bipartisan legislation. It included hundreds of key priorities from across the political spectrum and touching every …

https://www.commerce.senate.gov/2024/5/senate-overwhelmingly-approves-faa-reauthorization-act

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NYC Council Calls for Funding Restorations and Investments in …

(6 days ago) WEBMayor’s FY25 Executive Budget failed to include funding for key hospital, mental health and maternal health services . City Hall, NY – Ahead of the City …

https://council.nyc.gov/press/2024/05/14/2603/

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