2024 House Bill 5698

Corrections: other; screening and treatment for post traumatic prison disorder; provide for and require certain other mental health screening, planning, and treatment of incarcerated individuals.

A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled “Corrections code of 1953,” by amending section 67 (MCL 791.267), as amended by 2012 PA 24, and by adding sections 34e, 67c, and 67d.

AI Analysis – Experimental

The bill proposes a comprehensive prerelease mental health discharge plan that includes assessments, risk factor identification, post-release appointments, medication access, and eligibility for Medicaid or Medicare.

Introduced in the House

May 1, 2024

Introduced by Rep. Stephanie Young (D-16) and 12 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Emily Dievendorf (D-77), Brenda Carter (D-53), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Joey Andrews (D-38), Kara Hope (D-74), Donavan McKinney (D-14), Amos O’Neal (D-94), Rachel Hood (D-81), Mike McFall (D-8), Carol Glanville (D-84), Laurie Pohutsky (D-17) and Veronica Paiz (D-11)

Referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice

Dec. 10, 2024

Reported without amendment