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Laws and Regulations SAMHSA

(9 days ago) The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (PDF 4.1 MB) (Public Law 117–328) (CAA, 23) was enacted in December of 2022. The CAA, 23 funded SAMHSA for Fiscal Year 2023 and included sev… See more

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

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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 Benefits: State Laws Mandating or Regulating

(Just Now) Web1. Mental Health "Parity" or Equal Coverage Laws. Parity, as it relates to mental health and substance abuse, prohibits insurers or health care service plans from …

https://www.ncsl.org/health/mental-health-benefits

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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 ü: Section-by …

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

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mental health Wex US Law LII / Legal Information Institute

(5 days ago) Webmental health. Mental health and the law interact in numerous ways. The term "competence" signifies a legal conclusion that an individual is capable of entering into a …

https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/mental_health

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Healthy People 2020 Law and Health Policy Project: Legal and …

(3 days ago) Webthe status of the nation’s mental health to expanding treatment for mental health services. The Law and Health Policy Project report for the mental health and …

https://www.cdc.gov/phlp/docs/hp2020-mentalhealth.pdf

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Mental health law - Wikipedia

(7 days ago) WebMental health law includes a wide variety of legal topics and pertain to people with a diagnosis or possible diagnosis of a mental health condition, and to those involved in …

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mental_health_law

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

(8 days ago) WebVeteran rates of PTSD are estimated to be between 11% and 20% across the United States. Additionally, according to NAMI, the last quarter of 2020 saw a 25% …

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

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Promoting rights-based policy & law for mental health

(6 days ago) WebWHO works with countries to develop and implement progressive mental health and related policies and laws in line with international best practice and human …

https://www.who.int/activities/promoting-rights-based-policy-and-law-for-mental-health

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Mental health: Promoting and protecting human rights

(8 days ago) WebBy ensuring laws and policies related to mental health are in line with internationally agreed human rights conventions. Countries should ensure their policies and laws related to mental health both protect and promote mental health. While many countries have sought to reform their laws, policies and services since the adoption of …

https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/mental-health-promoting-and-protecting-human-rights

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Information Related to Mental and Behavioral Health, including …

(3 days ago) WebThe mental health guidance addresses three core areas: The circumstances in which information related to mental health may be disclosed for health and safety …

https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/mental-health/index.html

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NJ involuntary commitment law alarms mental health advocates

(8 days ago) WebNorthJersey.com. 0:00. 1:55. People experiencing mental health crises could face longer involuntary commitment times in hospitals and emergency departments …

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/health/2023/08/22/new-jersey-mental-health-crisis-law-alarms-social-service-groups-involuntary-confinement-hospitals/70623537007/

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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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Mental Health at Work U.S. Department of Labor

(9 days ago) WebUnder federal law, workers with mental health conditions may be protected against discrimination and harassment at work related to their condition, have workplace …

https://www.dol.gov/general/mental-health-at-work

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Summary of Laws Related to Child and Adolescent Mental Health

(9 days ago) WebThe interaction of national and state laws can affect how public health interventions intended to benefit children are permitted to operate, especially in the …

https://phii.org/resources/summary-of-laws-related-to-child-and-adolescent-mental-health/

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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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Mental health and the law: An overview and need to develop and

(3 days ago) WebIn addition, various other stakeholders who need regular sensitization and training in issues relating to mental health include law enforcement agencies, judiciary, advocates, and …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5282613/

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HIPAA Privacy Rule and Sharing Information Related to …

(4 days ago) WebHIPAA provides a personal representative of a patient with the same rights to access health information as the patient, including the right to request a complete medical record …

https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hipaa-privacy-rule-and-sharing-info-related-to-mental-health.pdf

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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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Systems Advocacy - The Official Web Site for The State of …

(2 days ago) WebCommunity Health Law Project 4 Commerce Place Mount Holly, NJ 08060 (609) 261-3453 Community Health Law Project 35 Journal Square, Suite 827 Jersey City, NJ 07306 …

https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/resources/services/treatment/mental_health/Systems_Advocacy.pdf

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Texas Laws Relating to Mental Health

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https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1440500/21st-edition-texas-laws-relating-to-mental-health.pdf

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

(4 days ago) WebToday, during Mental Health Awareness Month, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new actions to increase access to school-based mental …

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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Did You Know? Workers’ Comp Covers Mental Health

(8 days ago) WebA 2018 report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration found that first responders are 50% more likely to suffer post-traumatic …

https://blog.dol.gov/2024/05/03/did-you-know-workers-comp-covers-mental-health

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A Proclamation on National Mental Health Awareness Month,

(5 days ago) WebNOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the …

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

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Parents with Mental Illness and Child Custody Issues

(9 days ago) WebSome state laws cite mental illness as a condition that can lead to loss of custody or parental rights. Thus, parents with mental illness often avoid seeking mental …

https://www.healthyplace.com/parenting/parents-with-mental-illness/parents-with-mental-illness-and-child-custody-issues

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36% of Lawyers Have a Drinking Problem: Attorney Mental Health

(2 days ago) WebMental Health-Related Deaths. Ford is not alone. In South Florida, high-profile Miami lawyer Ervin Gonzalez was found dead in his Coral Gables home in 2017, …

https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2024/04/30/36-of-lawyers-have-a-drinking-problem-attorney-mental-health/

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Department of Health Maternal and Child Health - The Official …

(4 days ago) WebMaternal and Child Health Consortia (MCHC) The MCHC are non-profit partners that engage in various activities that work closely with the Department of Health …

https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/maternalchild/

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HHS Finalizes Rule Strengthening Protections Against Disability

(5 days ago) WebFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2024. Contact: HHS Press Office 202-690-6343 [email protected]. HHS Finalizes Rule Strengthening Protections Against Disability …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/05/01/hhs-finalizes-rule-strengthening-protections-against-disability-discrimination.html

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TN legislature: New bills passed in 2024 will change justice system

(7 days ago) WebBills affecting TN justice system passed in 2024: Prison time, bail rules, mental health. While debates over the governor's controversial private school voucher …

https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/06/tennessee-legislature-2024-new-bills-passed-change-judicial-system/73501872007/

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