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Senate passes four Dhingra bills to tackle mental health, substance …

(Just Now) WEBOLYMPIA — Four bills to improve Washington state’s behavioral health system passed the Senate unanimously this week. A Safe Place to Be,” said Sen. Manka Dhingra (D-Redmond), chair of the Senate Law & Justice Committee and sponsor of the …

https://senatedemocrats.wa.gov/dhingra/2024/02/09/senate-passes-four-dhingra-bills-to-tackle-mental-health-substance-use-disorder/

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Effective July 25, 2021: Changes to State Law on Mental Health …

(Just Now) WEBChanging references to “mental health” to “behavioral health”, Updating the Mental Health Advance Directive Laws – ESSB 5370 (2021) Washington State Hospital Association 999 Third Avenue Suite 1400 Seattle, WA 98104. Map / Directions. 206.281.7211 phone

https://www.wsha.org/articles/effective-july-25-2021-changes-to-state-law-on-mental-health-advance-directives/

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HOUSE BILL REPORT HB 1477 - Washington

(8 days ago) WEBIn October 2020 Congress passed the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020 (Act). The Act designates the number 988 as the universal telephone number within the United States for the purpose of accessing the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Hotline system that is maintained by Lifeline and the Veterans Crisis Line.

https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/Biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/1477%20HBR%20FIN%2021.pdf

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Legislative Wins for Child and Youth Behavioral Health in …

(Just Now) WEBThe 2022 Washington State Legislative session concluded in mid-March, after a whirlwind 60-day session. This was a historic session for many reasons, especially for child and youth behavioral health. There has been a growing focus on the national youth mental health crisis over the past year, and we are thrilled at the investment and …

https://pulse.seattlechildrens.org/legislative-wins-for-child-and-youth-behavioral-health-in-washington-state/

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Community behavioral health legislative rate increases

(6 days ago) WEBThere have been several legislatively mandated rate increases that affect behavioral health providers in 2023. These changes are indicative of the commitment of Governor Inslee and the Legislature to continue investing in the community behavioral health delivery system. Learn more about the rate changes.

https://www.hca.wa.gov/about-hca/news/announcements/community-behavioral-health-legislative-rate-increases

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Behavioral Health Agencies (BHA) Rules in Progress

(1 days ago) WEBPublic Hearing: the Department of Health filed a CR-102, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, proposing to amend sections of the Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) Licensing and Certification Requirements in chapter 246-341 WAC with respect to Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) and Acute Care Hospital regulations as they relate to 23-hour crisis relief

https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/facilities-z/behavioral-health-agencies-bha/rules-progress

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Washington Council for Behavioral Health – Advocacy and action …

(7 days ago) WEBA world in which behavioral health is understood and effective care is universally available. Washington Council for Behavioral Health is a trailblazer for behavioral health in Washington State—connecting providers to create a unified voice in state government, while forging a stronger future for healthcare and better overall care …

https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/

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Notes Behavioral Health Integration (BHI) Subgroup

(1 days ago) WEBfor preventing behavioral health conditions from escalating. o Budget: Senate Bill 5950 (ESSB 5950), Sec 215 (104), pg. 402 Funding is provided to continue work with the convener, Rprime Foundation, of the Washington State children’s behavioral health statewide family network to develop a parent online resource platform, known as …

https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/program/cybhwg-behavioral-health-integration-meeting-notes-20240319.pdf

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Behavioral Health Agencies (BHA) - Washington State Department …

(6 days ago) WEBEnter your email address and then select Health Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA) and Behavioral Health Care Integration, along with any other topics that are of interest to you. Subscribing to this list will help you stay informed and get important updates about behavioral health agencies, including policy updates and rule-making activities.

https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/facilities-z/behavioral-health-agencies-bha

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Mental health, partisan Supreme Court, class cell phones Letters

(2 days ago) WEBWe need to raise awareness of the resources that available. The Lourdes Counseling Center crisis line helps individuals in a mental health crisis by calling 509-783-0500.

https://www.tri-cityherald.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/article288591293.html

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Behavioral Health Integration agenda 4/30/2024

(4 days ago) WEBCYBHWG Behavioral Health Integration (BHI) Subgroup April 30, 2024 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (hybrid) In-person information Address 6840 Fort Dent Way, Suite 350, Tukwila, WA 98403 Free parking (map attached) Details Come as yourself. All meeting materials and refreshments provided.

https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/program/cybhwg-behavioral-health-integration-agenda-20240430.pdf

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2024 Washington Behavioral Healthcare Conference

(2 days ago) WEBThe WBHC will be at the Three Rivers Convention Center, 7016 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick WA 99336; parking info and directions are available HERE. As COVID transitions to the endemic stage and our state and nation face new uncertainties in an election year, the need for behavioral health supports and resiliency is higher than ever.

https://web.cvent.com/event/754e6a67-25d0-4d8f-98af-d1cc60790d3b/summary

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Relating to health care benefit managers (R 2024-02)

(6 days ago) WEBE2SSB 5213 (Chapter 242, Laws of 2024) amends state law concerning the business practices of health care benefit managers (HCBMs) and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs, which are a type of HCBM). The law’s provisions address, among other issues: PBM reimbursement to pharmacies for dispensing prescription drugs; consumer …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/relating-health-care-benefit-managers-r-2024-02

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Kaine & Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Increase Mental …

(6 days ago) WEBWASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, joined Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) in introducing the Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act, bicameral legislation that would boost the availability of mental health providers in …

https://www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releases/kaine-and-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-increase-mental-health-resources-for-students-in-schools

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Lawsuit seeks to block Washington parental rights law that critics …

(9 days ago) WEBThose 13 and older have the right to outpatient behavioral health treatment. “Initiative 2081 is a forced outing law that will harm LGBTQ+ students if implemented in our schools,” Denise Diskin, an attorney for QLaw Foundation, said in a written statement.

https://apnews.com/article/parents-rights-students-lgbtq-abortion-washington-c4811c0938ecdf758cd4b6a019f9b8c5

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H.R.8543 - To amend the Social Security Act and the Public Health

(4 days ago) WEBRelated Bills: H.R.8543 — 118th Congress (2023-2024) All Information (Except Text) As of 05/24/2024 no related bill information has been received for H.R.8543 - To amend the Social Security Act and the Public Health Service Act to permanently authorize certified community behavioral health clinics, and for other purposes.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8543/related-bills

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Iowa mental health, substance use system consolidation signed …

(Just Now) WEBNew law consolidates mental health, substance use disorder services. Now that the bill has been signed into law, the clock is ticking for top officials at Iowa's human services agency to build up

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/15/iowa-mental-health-substance-use-system-consolidation-signed-into-law-kim-reynolds/73672968007/

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Psychology Today: Health, Help, Happiness + Find a Therapist

(4 days ago) WEBView the latest from the world of psychology: from behavioral research to practical guidance on relationships, mental health and addiction. Find help from our directory of therapists

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

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Senator Wiener’s Mental Health Workforce Legislation Passes …

(9 days ago) WEBSACRAMENTO - Today, Senator Scott Wiener’s (D-San Francisco) Senate Bill 964, the Behavioral Health Workforce Revitalization Act, passed the Assembly in a bipartisan 60-0 vote.It will now go to the Senate for final sign off before heading to the Governor’s desk. Parts of SB 964 — $126 million to support the expansion of social …

https://sd11.senate.ca.gov/news/senator-wieners-mental-health-workforce-legislation-passes-assembly

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Mental Health Counselors Washington State Department of Health

(3 days ago) WEBThe RCW and WAC that directly relate to Mental Health Counselors: Revised Code of Washington: RCW 18.225 Washington Administrative Code: WAC 246-809 Revised Code of Washington (RCW) A statute or Revised Code of Washington (RCW) is written by the Washington State Legislature. Once legislation is signed by the governor, it becomes law.

https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/mental-health-counselor/laws

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