Current Mental Health Legislation 2020

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H.R.1109 - Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2020

(5 days ago) Web“(a) In general.—The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, shall, through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements awarded to …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/1109/text

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New Mental Health Policies Improve Access to Care in the U.S.

(3 days ago) WebNew Jersey Teens Will Receive Free Mental Health Screenings. In late April 2021, New Jersey passed legislation to ensure that all adolescents between the ages of …

https://www.medcentral.com/biz-policy/mental-health-policies-improve-access-to-care

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Mental Health Policy in the Era of COVID-19 Psychiatric Services

(1 days ago) WebThe response to the global COVID-19 pandemic has important ramifications for mental health systems and the patients they serve. This article describes significant …

https://ps.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.ps.202000219

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Public Policy Reports NAMI

(2 days ago) WebNAMI’s State Legislation Report: Trends in State Mental Health Policy (2020-2021) summarizes and showcases significant state mental health legislation that …

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

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Mental Health Needs in the U.S. Grew Dramatically in 2020

(3 days ago) Web“The mental health needs in the United States are reaching new highs – and public officials need to make the restoration of the mental health of our nation a top …

https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-needs-us-grew-dramatically-2020

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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 mental health …

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

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Inside This Mental Health for Veterans Bill DAV

(5 days ago) WebThe bipartisan legislation—introduced by Senators Jon Tester and Jerry Moran in 2019—is a comprehensive and aggressive approach to connect more veterans …

https://www.dav.org/learn-more/news/2020/veterans-mental-health-bill-signed-into-law/

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2023: The Year of Federal Mental Health Policy Implementation …

(3 days ago) Web2023-the-year-of-federal-investments. Article Published: 7/26/2023. In 2022, the U.S. Congress and the Biden administration respectively passed legislation and …

https://www.nbcc.org/resources/nccs/newsletter/2023-the-year-of-federal-investments

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NAMI State Legislation Report: Trends in State Mental Health …

(9 days ago) WebMental health was front and center in states’ policymaking in 2020 and 2021, following a trend in recent years that was accelerated by concerns related to the COVID-19 …

https://www.nami.org/support-education/publications-reports/public-policy-reports/nami-state-legislation-report-trends-in-state-mental-health-policy-2020-2021/

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It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Tips and Resources for Mental Health

(3 days ago) WebMental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, or income level. Recent data (PDF 622 KB) help underscore that our nation is …

https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/its-okay-not-be-okay-tips-resources-mental-health-awareness-month

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Governor Newsom Signs Bills to Expand Access to Quality …

(9 days ago) WebIn September 2020, the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development awarded $17.3 million in grants to seven programs to help further build the pipeline of public …

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/09/25/governor-newsom-signs-bills-to-expand-access-to-quality-behavioral-health-care-for-all-californians-help-homeless-californians-suffering-extreme-mental-illness-on-our-streets-sidewalks/

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Your Guide to Mental Health Legislation in 2023 - Active Minds

(1 days ago) WebMental health legislation is one key way that Active Minds is looking to guide efforts towards change this year, especially when it comes to communities that …

https://www.activeminds.org/blog/your-guide-to-mental-health-legislation-in-2023/

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State of New Jersey

(4 days ago) WebNEWARK –Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced new measures to promote access to mental health and …

https://www.nj.gov/oag/newsreleases20/pr20200715b.html

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Final regulations released for Section 1557 nondiscrimination …

(1 days ago) WebBeginning on Jan. 1, 2025, these new rules will replace the current 2020 regulations. Executive Summary . Section 1557 applies to covered entities, including …

https://global.lockton.com/us/en/news-insights/final-regulations-released-for-section-1557-nondiscrimination-provision-of

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Scottish mental health and capacity law: The normal, pandemic …

(3 days ago) WebA state's real commitment to its international human rights obligations is never more challenged than when it faces emergency situations. Addressing actual and …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7305488/

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MOAA - Here’s What the Flurry of 2020 Veterans Legislation …

(8 days ago) WebH.R. 886, Veteran Treatment Court Coordination Action of 2019 (Public Law No: 116-153, Aug. 8, 2020). Establishes grants and technical assistance for state, local, …

https://www.moaa.org/content/publications-and-media/news-articles/2021-news-articles/advocacy/heres-what-the-flurry-of-2020-veterans-legislation-means-to-you/

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Landmark reform of mental health laws - GOV.UK

(2 days ago) WebPublished. 13 January 2021. Major reform of Mental Health Act will empower individuals to have more control over their treatment and deliver on a key manifesto commitment. …

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/landmark-reform-of-mental-health-laws

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Influence of the new mental health legislation in India - PMC

(3 days ago) WebThe new mental health legislation was required because the old MHA 1987 was considered insufficient to protect the rights of persons with mental illness in light of the …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8277537/

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Legislation and guidance - Mental health - gov.scot

(9 days ago) WebThe Mental Health strategy 2017-2027 recognises the importance of human rights and as part of this we are currently reviewing various aspects of mental health and incapacity …

https://www.gov.scot/policies/mental-health/legislation-and-guidance/

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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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Bergen County Community Mental Health Resource List

(6 days ago) WebCoordinating with Law Enforcement to conduct well checks if unable to get in contact 201 368 4300 Bergen County Board of Social Services (BCBSS) Accepting Applications No …

https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/images/About_Bergen_County/News__Press/COVID/COVID-19_Community_Resources_04_23_2020.pdf

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $46.8 Million in Behavioral

(9 days ago) WebThe National Center for Mental Health Dissemination, Implementation and Sustainment Cooperative Agreement – $7.5 million – The National Center for Mental …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/05/08/biden-harris-administration-announces-46-8-million-behavioral-health-funding-opportunities-advance-president-bidens-unity-agenda-may-mental-health-awareness-month.html

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(5 days ago) WebSeptember 11, 2020. U.S. Department of Labor Cites Hackensack Meridian Health in North Bergen, New Jersey, For Failing to Protect Employees from Coronavirus. Under the …

https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/region2/09112020

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NY State Senate Bill 2023-S9294

(3 days ago) WebS T A T E O F N E W Y O R K _____ 9294 I N S E N A T E May 10, 2024 _____ Introduced by Sen. FERNANDEZ -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be …

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S9294

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New Jersey pushes for mental health resources after sheriff's death

(6 days ago) WebWhile most police academies offer mental health training, according to Weaver, the quantity and frequency of those trainings aren't enough. Passaic County …

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/01/25/new-jersey-mental-health-resources-sheriffs-death/72345251007/

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H.R.3165 - Mental Health Parity Compliance Act - Congress.gov

(Just Now) WebHouse - 06/30/2020 Subcommittee Hearings Held. (All Actions) Tracker: Tip: This bill has the status Introduced. Here are the steps for Status of Legislation: …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/3165

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A Proclamation on National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2024

(5 days ago) WebMental health care can help people find joy and purpose; ensuring they have access to the care they need is about dignity. mental health care is out of reach. In …

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

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School warns of phone call scaring parents into thinking their child

(2 days ago) WebNEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. (Gray News) – A school district in Pennsylvania is warning parents everywhere to be aware of a fake phone call scheme that aims to trick …

https://www.kltv.com/2024/05/10/school-warns-phone-call-scaring-parents-into-thinking-their-child-was-kidnapped/

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This Mental Health Awareness Month, Congress should unlock …

(8 days ago) WebThis bill, and its complement, the Supporting Patient Education and Knowledge (SPEAK) Act, will bring together government, patients, doctors, and health and …

https://www.ocregister.com/2024/05/05/this-mental-health-awareness-month-congress-should-unlock-telehealths-potential/

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N.Y. Prisons Holding Mentally Ill People in Solitary, Lawsuit Says

(Just Now) WebThe lawsuit seeks a court injunction to prohibit prison officials from placing people with any type of disability in solitary, and to bar the correction department and the …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/nyregion/ny-prisons-solitary-confinement.html

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