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Virginia lawmakers look for ways to address rising mental health

(5 days ago) WebCat Atkinson, a policy analyst for Voices for Virginia’s Children, said the 2024 legislative session has produced some successes and some losses for efforts to improve student mental health, but lawmakers should still do more to address the issue …

https://virginiamercury.com/2024/02/27/virginia-lawmakers-look-for-ways-to-address-rising-mental-health-challenges/

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Title 37.2. Behavioral Health and Developmental Services - Virginia …

(6 days ago) WebDefinitions (§§ 37.2-100 through 37.2-101) Chapter 2. State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (§§ 37.2-200 through 37.2-204) Chapter …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/

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Mental Health Services - Virginia Department of Behavioral Health …

(8 days ago) WebVirginia’s Mental Health Laws. Information about Virginia law governing behavioral health and developmental services can be found in Section 37.2 of the Code of Virginia. …

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/behavioral-health/mental-health-services/

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§ 54.1-2400.1. Mental health service providers; duty to - Virginia …

(5 days ago) Webemail. § 54.1-2400.1. Mental health service providers; duty to protect third parties; immunity. A. As used in this section: "Certified substance abuse counselor" means a …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title54.1/chapter24/section54.1-2400.1/

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The Marcus-David Peters Act - Virginia Department of Behavioral …

(8 days ago) WebCentral Office 1220 Bank Street Richmond, Virginia 23219. Mailing Address P.O. Box 1797 Richmond, VA 23218-1797

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/human-resource-development-and-management/health-equity/mdpa/

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2022 Legislative Session Summary - Virginia Department of …

(7 days ago) Webhealth carriers related to mental health parity and an explanation of whether the analyses were considered compliant and any corrective actions required of the health carrier by …

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/2022-General-Assembly-Wrap-up.pdf

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312#4h (DBHDS) Expand Virginia Mental Health Access Program.

(7 days ago) WebExplanation. (This amendment provides $7.9 million the second year from the general fund to expand the Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP), bringing the fiscal year …

https://budget.lis.virginia.gov/amendment/2023/1/HB1400/Introduced/MR/312/4h/

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Clinic Helps Pass Mental Health Reforms in Virginia

(9 days ago) WebApril 3, 2023. Mike Fox. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email. With the help of two University of Virginia School of Law students, mental health legislation to address overcrowding in the state’s hospital emergency …

https://www.law.virginia.edu/news/202304/clinic-helps-pass-mental-health-reforms-virginia

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Virginia Board of Counseling - Laws & Regulations

(5 days ago) WebRegulations Governing the Registration of Qualified Mental Health Professionals (10-29-2020) Regulations Governing the Registration of Peer Recovery Specialists (10-15-2020) …

https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Counseling/PractitionerResources/LawsRegulations/

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Va. lawmakers push for improved youth mental health policies

(1 days ago) WebVirginia legislators in both parties push for improved youth mental health policies. Virginia legislators on both sides of the aisle are working together to pass …

https://richmond.com/news/state-regional/education/virginia-legislature-youth-mental-health/article_f8c74176-b4ab-11ee-9cbf-fbcd5ff55bcc.html

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Understanding and Applying Virginia’s New Statutory Civil …

(7 days ago) WebIn 2008, Virginia’s General Assembly enacted significant amendments to the Commonwealth’s civil commitment statute, based on the recommendations of the …

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/library/mental%20health%20services/omg-Understanding-and-Applying-Virginias-New-Statutory-Civil-Commitment.pdf

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Oversight of Mental Health Parity in Virginia – December 1, …

(3 days ago) WebOversight of Mental Health Parity in Virginia. Senate Bill 280 of the 2020 General Assembly Session directed JLARC staff to review mental health parity in …

https://rga.lis.virginia.gov/Published/2021/RD318/PDF

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Virginia Compacts

(5 days ago) WebPDF. email. § 54.1-3500.1. Counseling Compact [in effect beginning January 1, 2024] § 54.1-3500.1. (Effective January 1, 2024) Counseling Compact. The General Assembly …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/compacts/counseling-compact-[in-effect-beginning-january-1,-2024]/

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Mental Health Law University of Virginia School of Law

(4 days ago) WebThis course will explore some of the major challenges in designing and implementing mental health law and policy in the 21st century. The subjects studied will include …

https://www.law.virginia.edu/courses/mental-health-law-124218659

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Mental Health - disAbility Law Center of Virginia

(4 days ago) WebCritical information about . If you or someone you care about has been abused, neglected, or exploited, contact Adult Protective Services at 1-888-832-3858 or Child Protective …

https://www.dlcv.org/mental-health

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Behavioral Health Plan - hhr.virginia.gov

(9 days ago) WebGovernor Youngkin created Right Help Right Now to reform our current behavioral health system in Virginia and support individuals in crisis.The goal of Right Help Right Now is …

https://www.hhr.virginia.gov/initiatives/behavioral-health/

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Concluded: Commission on Mental Health Law Reform

(7 days ago) WebThe Commission issued progress reports in 2008, and 2009. A final report was not issued. The work of the Commission on Mental Health Law Reform concluded in 2011. Directs …

https://www.vacourts.gov/programs/concluded/cmh/home.html

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§ 23.1-802. Student mental health; policies; website - Virginia Law

(1 days ago) WebPrint. PDF. email. § 23.1-802. Student mental health; policies; website resource; training. A. The governing board of each public institution of higher education shall develop and …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title23.1/chapter8/section23.1-802/

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MENTAL HEALTH PARITY AND ADDICTION EQUITY ACT FINAL …

(3 days ago) Webof the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (MHPAEA) to Medicaid Managed Care Organization (MCO) members’ benefits, Medicaid Alternative Benefit …

https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/media/2184/mental-health-parity-and-addiction-equity-act-final-report.pdf

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§ 37.2-601. Behavioral health authorities; purpose - Virginia Law

(1 days ago) Webemail. § 37.2-601. Behavioral health authorities; purpose. A. The Department, for the purposes of establishing, maintaining, and promoting the development of behavioral …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/chapter6/section37.2-601/

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Code of Virginia Code - Article 8. Health Care Decisions Act

(9 days ago) WebB. Nothing in this article shall limit the ability of any person to petition and obtain a court order for health care, including mental health treatment authorized by Chapter 8 (§ 37.2 …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title54.1/chapter29/article8/

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New state budget boosts mental health services, Chesterfield …

(Just Now) WebVirginia Senator Creigh Deeds, (D - Charlottesville) who’s been fighting for mental health access in the wake of his son’s tragic 2013 death, says the budget …

https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-state-budget-may-13-2024

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More patients in crisis are falling through cracks of Virginia's

(6 days ago) WebRecent data shows long wait times are allowing hundreds of Virginians in need of crisis-related mental health services to fall through the cracks. health …

https://www.whro.org/2023-06-26/more-patients-in-crisis-are-falling-through-cracks-of-virginia-s-psychiatric-commitment-system

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Here's how many mental health-related custody orders Hampton …

(8 days ago) WebHampton is one of two police agencies in Hampton Roads that experienced a rise in ECOs in that period. The city saw a rise of almost 200 patient cases, with 462 in 2022 and 654 …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/which-hampton-roads-cities-are-seeing-increases-in-mental-health-related-custody-orders/ar-BB1mqsNi

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Text - S.4312 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): A bill to establish a

(6 days ago) WebText: S.4312 — 118th Congress (2023-2024) All Information (Except Text) As of 05/10/2024 text has not been received for S.4312 - A bill to establish a United States …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4312/text

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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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Comprehensive VA Health Care, Benefits Bill Finally Introduced in …

(6 days ago) WebA bipartisan package of veterans legislation introduced May 14 in the House will expand VA assisted living programs, improve caregiver support, remove unfair …

https://www.moaa.org/content/publications-and-media/news-articles/2024-news-articles/advocacy/comprehensive-va-health-care,-benefits-bill-finally-introduced-in-house/

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Wide-Ranging Veterans Bill Gets Agreement Between House and …

(7 days ago) WebThe legislation would also create a grant program for family caregivers to get mental health care. In addition, the bill would make several changes that aim to ease …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/05/14/package-of-stalled-veterans-legislation-set-move-forward-after-house-senate-agreement.html

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Understanding Mental Health Coverage In the U.S. Anthem

(2 days ago) WebThe Importance of Mental Health Benefits in Insurance Coverage In recent years, many people have experienced mental health challenges, with over 30% of adults in the …

https://www.anthem.com/individual-and-family/insurance-basics/health-insurance/mental-health-aca-plans

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Mixing games and education, Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in

(2 days ago) WebABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, arrived in Nigeria amid pomp and dancing on Friday to champion mental health for young people affected…

https://wtop.com/world/2024/05/prince-harry-meghan-arrive-in-nigeria-for-the-invictus-games-to-meet-with-wounded-soldiers/

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