A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 100d and 756 (MCL 330.1100d and 330.1756), section 100d as amended by 2022 PA 214 and section 756 as added by 1995 PA 290.
The legislative text amends the Mental Health Code, specifically sections 100d and 756, to refine definitions and expand the composition of the state recipient rights advisory committee. The bill introduces definitions for terms such as "security transport officer," "serious emotional disturbance," and "serious mental illness," among others, to clarify the scope of mental health services and conditions covered under the code. It also specifies the roles and responsibilities of various mental health services, including specialized programs and residential services, and outlines the use of state-administered funds for substance use disorder services and prevention. A significant change is the expansion of the state recipient rights advisory committee from 12 to 15 members, with new positions representing Disability Rights Michigan, the Mental Health Association in Michigan, and ARC Michigan. The bill prohibits individuals employed by the department from serving on the committee, ensuring a broader representation of interests. The committee is tasked with meeting quarterly, maintaining transparency through the Open Meetings Act, and advising the department on recipient rights issues. The amendments aim to enhance the governance and oversight of mental health services, ensuring they meet the needs of individuals with serious mental illnesses and emotional disturbances.
Introduced
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Referred to the Committee on Housing and Human Services
